Lifting patients is part of daily life for many health care workers, but it can lead to serious injuries. Nurses, aides and other medical staff often lift or move patients without help, sometimes in urgent or unpredictable situations. When this happens, the risk of...
Many workers have job duties that involve being subjected to loud noises. This exposure can lead to significant problems for these employees if the hearing loss isn’t noticed and treated early. The onus is on employers to ensure that their employees have a safe...
Knee injuries are some of the most common workplace injuries, especially in fields that are physically demanding. This can include everything from healthcare and construction to manufacturing and home improvement. Even office workers can suffer from knee injuries...
After a workplace injury, the last thing you want is a drawn-out legal battle or months of back-and-forth with the insurance company. You just want to move on with your life, and a lump-sum settlement sounds like the way to do it. If you’re wondering if you can get a...
Factory workers manufacture and assemble goods that people and businesses count on. These workers face significant hazards on each shift, but it’s up to their employers to take steps to keep those workers safe. These are some of the more common hazards that factory...
Filing a workers’ compensation claim is the first step toward getting the financial support you need after a job-related injury. However, the process doesn't always move quickly, and there may be moments of uncertainty along the way. Learning more about how things...
Construction workers face many hazards because they work with heavy machinery at great heights and are exposed to physically demanding tasks. When construction workers encounter accidents in their line of work, they can rely on workers’ compensation as a crucial...
California workers’ compensation law has been amended in recent years to make it easier for firefighters to get treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) covered. There’s no question that with California’s “fire season” now essentially all year long, the...
Service workers often receive low wages for their efforts. They have stressful job responsibilities that include dealing with frustrated customers. They may even have irregular schedules, which can make it difficult for them to maintain a second job and handle...
We use social media to keep our family and friends updated with what is going on in our lives. It's a great way to stay connected, even when you're miles apart. But it's important to remember that it's not just the people you know who see what you post. There may be...
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