The Impact of the Economy on Injured Workers

As of the end of November, 2008, 10.3 million Americans (6.7%) report being unemployed. This is 2.7 million more unemployed workers than at the same time in 2007. Texas workers represent 675,000 of the total unemployed workers in the United States. This is up 38% from the same time in 2007.

With the VERY high unemployment rate (especially among Texans), it's no wonder we at WOL+MED are hearing more and more about people who were hurt at work but are scared to report their injury for fear of being fired. Folks are looking around their workplace and seeing the reduction in labor, and they don't want to be next.

WOL+MED medical doctors are aware of this concern and we are able to help with it.

1. Many employers will accept injured workers back at work with some restrictions. This allows you to keep working and get the treatment you need to get better. If the doctor and you think you could try working, and light duty is available, then this could be an option for you.
2. We are open early in the morning (7am) and we close late in the evening (8pm). This allows you to make an appointment outside of your work hours if this is necessary for you.
3. We are open Saturdays from 7am to 4pm. If you don't work Saturdays, this could be a great option for you to get treated or see the doctor.
4. Our doctors are workers comp experts. They will fill out your work status form correctly and get it to your employer and insurance adjustor on time. This keeps everyone on the same page about the status of your treatment.
5. Our doctors and staff carry on excellent communication with employers to make sure they understand what is going on with your case.

If you're hurt at work, you should be able to get treatment without fear of losing your job. WOL+MED will help you get the treatment you need. Please let us help you. We are workers comp experts and we know how to get you the treatment you need. We want to be your doctor.

If you were hurt at work, please let us help you. If you know someone else who was hurt at work, please tell them about us. Call us in Denton at (940) 484-7000 or in Dallas at (972) 572-5000. Also, visit us on the web at http://www.wolmed.com/.

WE WANT TO BE YOUR DOCTOR.