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When employees experience an injury caused by overexertion, they may not feel the effects for days or even weeks. However, according to AmTrust Financial, this is one of the most common workplace injuries across several fields, from the medical care industry to...
In 2021, 2,607,900 people received injuries and 5,190 people died in workplace-related incidents. In addition, for every 100 individuals who work full time, 3.4 individuals file a workers’ compensation claim. In 2020, the average compensation for a workers’...
Office work may not seem like a high-risk profession. However, injuries and illnesses can still impact your ability to work. Repetitive strain injuries, such as carpal tunnel syndrome and slip-and-fall accidents, are among the most common injuries in office...
Suffering an injury on the job can be a stressful and challenging experience for workers. Following the proper steps when filing a workers' compensation claim is essential to ensure you receive the benefits you deserve. However, many workers make mistakes that can...
While the core function of workers' compensation is the same across all 50 states, each state establishes rules about how the system works. The 90-day rule in California impacts how long employers can take to respond to a workers' compensation claim. What is the...
Health care workers provide medical aid to people who are sick or hurt. Ironically, their work can put them at work for injuries or illnesses. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 3 million registered nurses working in the United...
Every industry carries its own set of risks regarding its workers, and the airline industry is no exception. From the smiling faces that greet you at baggage claim who weigh and lift your heavy luggage to place it on the belt, to employees working on the runway, who...
If you have a teen who works part-time during the school year or breaks or has a full-time job every summer, it’s important for you – and them – to understand that they have rights and protections under the law. This includes the right to workers’ compensation if they...
To gain workers’ compensation benefits, you must ensure a number of things such as reporting your injury to your employer and seeking medical treatment. In most cases, people understand these steps are necessary, but sometimes, neglect them. A worker may “tough it...
No matter what industry you work in, it’s vital to know your rights and receive the benefits you deserve. Some employers may try to hire you as a contractor to save money and avoid giving you the benefits you deserve. But it is illegal to treat you as a contractor if...
