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January 5, 2026

5 Costly Workers’ Compensation Mistakes to Avoid in Massachusetts

workers-comp-paperwork-construction-worker A new year often brings new jobs, new responsibilities, and new opportunities. Unfortunately, it can also bring new workplace injuries. If you were hurt on the job, the actions you take in the days and weeks that follow can have a lasting impact on your health, your income, and your future.

Every year, we see injured workers unintentionally harm their own workers’ compensation claims—not because they did anything wrong, but because they didn’t know how the system works. Massachusetts workers’ compensation law is complex, deadline-driven, and heavily influenced by insurance company practices.

Below are five of the most costly workers’ compensation mistakes to avoid in Massachusetts, especially as you head into a new year and try to get your life back on track.

November 30, 2025

What Happens When an IME Doctor Claims Your Injury Is Not “Work-Related”?

by Carney, Rezendes & Crowley, LLC

ChatGPT-Image-Nov-30-2025-03_42_46-PM-1024x683 If you’re hurt on the job in Massachusetts, one of the most stressful moments in your workers’ compensation case is the Independent Medical Examination, commonly called an IME. The workers’ comp insurance company sends you to a doctor who they choose, at a time they choose, for an exam you didn’t ask for.

And sometimes, that doctor comes back with a report that says the one thing you’ve been dreading:

“The injury is not work-related.”

If that just happened to you, you’re not alone—and your case is far from over. At Carney, Rezendes & Crowley, we hear from injured workers every week who find themselves in this exact situation. This blog breaks down what that IME really means, what the insurance company is trying to do, and most importantly, what you can do next to protect your benefits.

October 2, 2025

How to Get Medical Treatment Approved Using Massachusetts Workers’ Compensation Insurance

by Carney, Rezendes & Crowley, LLC

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When you’ve been injured at work in Massachusetts, one of the biggest concerns is making sure you get the medical treatment you need. Workers’ compensation insurance is designed to cover reasonable and necessary medical treatment related to your injury. But the process isn’t always straightforward—insurance companies often delay or deny approvals, leaving injured workers frustrated.

If you’re wondering how to get your treatment authorized, this guide breaks down the steps and explains what you can do to protect your rights.

Understanding Your Rights to Medical Treatment in Massachusetts

Under Massachusetts workers’ compensation law (M.G.L. c. 152), injured employees are entitled to:

Payment of medical bills for treatment that is reasonable, necessary, and related to the work injury.
Coverage for doctor visits, surgery, physical therapy, prescriptions, and diagnostic tests.
Reimbursement for travel expenses to and from medical appointments.