Workplaces each have their own hazards. Even jobs with low risk rates have workplace hazards that a person cannot ignore. Falls, for example, can happen at any place of employment and for a number of reasons. But what are the biggest sources of falls at work? Uneven...
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Is your workers’ compensation doctor doing their job?
If you suffer from an injury while on the job, then you must go through the proper channels of handling the aftermath. This includes notifying your employer and filing for benefits. However, things can get a little dicey if you have to go see a doctor that your...
Can a fall at work cause paralysis?
Slip-and-fall accidents can happen anywhere, including at your workplace. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, falls were responsible for almost 20% of all workplace injuries in 2020. For workers, many on-the-job falls are more...
4 Common and not-so-common industrial hand injuries
No matter what tool you use at your job, the most important tools are your hands. When you sustain injury to them, you risk days or weeks of painful recovery. Worse, you may experience long-term productivity loss due to limited mobility or strength. 43% of workplace...
3 facts about overexertion
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...
What to do if your workers’ compensation claim is denied
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’...
Could I have a workers’ compensation claim as an office employee?
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...
Top 5 mistakes injured workers make during the workers’ compensation process
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...
What is the 90-day rule?
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...
What are the complications of crush injuries?
The field of construction poses numerous concerns for the people who work in it. Unfortunately, danger exists everywhere in a job involving so much high-powered equipment. This includes the potential risk of crush injuries. Just what are they and what are the...