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Glossary of Workers' Compensation Law Terms
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In pro per: One who is not represented by an
attorney.
Independent contractor: Some employers
classify employees as an independent contractors to
avoid workers' compensation. If your employer controls
the manner of your work, has the right to terminate you,
pays you an hourly wage or salary, requires you to work
a specific schedule and makes deductions for Social
Security or unemployment, then you are likely NOT an
independent contractor.
Impairment rating: A percentage estimate of
how much normal use of your injured body parts that you
have lost. Impairment ratings are based on guidelines
published by the AMA.
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