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...
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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...
Work-related injuries among nurses
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...
The impact of mold on your health
In the U.S., if you suffer from a work-related illness, your employer may be responsible. When you arrive in the office, you should have a reasonable expectation of safety. However, if your workplace has a mold problem, you may be exposed to an invisible danger. Most...
Workers’ compensation in the airline industry
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...