The therapist said, “I didn’t know there was so much legal stuff involved with Industrial Rehab.  I don’t think I want to do it….”  This was a statement made by a FCE course attendee in 2011.  While a seasoned Industrial Rehab (IR) OT or PT practitioner may view this position as overcautious, conservative, or naïve,Continue reading

Question: I am also a P.T. and planing to get a business license to be an independent contractor to treat patients. My question to you is whether you know if I would need two separate business licenses to cover myself separately as a PT and Ergonomist? Also, in terms of obtaining liability insurance, would theseContinue reading

The recommendation is for an ergonomics/industrial therapy consultant to purchase BOTH business and personal liability insurance. This is primarily because it is a good business practice. Most often liability or error and omission lawsuits will be against both the individual and their employer.