If you’ve been injured on the job, navigating the workers’ compensation process can feel overwhelming. One of the most important things to understand is what benefits you’re entitled to receive. Workers’ compensation is a safety net fashioned to protect workers who...
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How do repetitive stress injuries happen at work?
Work-related injuries can take multiple forms. While some work injuries happen as a result of a single incident like a fall from a height, others develop over time as the employee performs the same routine over and over. If you sustain a repetitive stress injury...
Is your back injury an emergency?
Back injuries are very common on the job. Some office workers have chronic back pain from sitting at a desk all day. Other workers injure their backs trying to lift something that’s extremely heavy or in a workplace accident, like a fall from a ladder. In some cases,...
Don’t avoid medical care post-injury at work if money is tight
When employees suffer injuries on the job, the immediate aftermath of sustaining harm can be a whirlwind of stress and uncertainty, particularly concerning medical care. They may worry over potential medical bills, which can be such a daunting prospect that some...
What is the advantage of two-hand controls?
Some pieces of heavy machinery will use two-hand controls. A common example is a hydraulic press, such as the type of press used to form metal parts for automobiles. In order to activate these presses, a worker has to reach up and push two separate buttons that are...
Why the new DOL independent contractor rule matters
Nearly every worker in the U.S. who is classified as an employee – save for workers in certain specialty industries and those who are subject to niche legal exceptions – benefits from workers’ compensation coverage. This is the case whether an individual is classified...
Steps to Take After Being Involved in an Auto Accident
Being involved in an auto accident can be a stressful and disorienting experience. It's important to stay calm and follow certain steps to ensure your safety, protect your rights, and prepare for an insurance claim or legal action. Here's a guide on what to do after...
Essential Steps to Follow After a Workplace Injury
Understanding the appropriate actions to take following a workplace injury is crucial for both your health and legal rights. This guide aims to assist employees in effectively navigating the aftermath of such incidents. Step 1: Seek Immediate Medical Attention It's...
Worker fatality rates are spiking in the U.S.
Given that technology is constantly evolving, new regulations are regularly rolled out and workers and employers alike have more access than ever to information, it would seem – at a glance – that worker injury and fatality rates should be dropping steadily every...
What risks do trenches pose to construction workers?
Most construction sites will require at least one trench, if not more. These are essential for laying cables and pipes for power, communications, water, sewage and gas. Most trenching is accident-free, but each year, a considerable number of workers are not so lucky...