Most people are likely aware that the construction industry has significant safety risks that can put workers’ lives in danger. However, many might not be familiar with the specific threats construction workers encounter during construction accidents. Among the many...
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Three workplace hazards for those in retail jobs
Retail employment is a staple in the modern job market. It is a good place for people to begin careers when they are young. It can be an entry point for those rebuilding their professions after leaving the workforce due to family or medical matters. Retail work is...
What are the most common firefighter injuries?
Firefighters certainly have a dangerous and hazardous job. Like other workers, they may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits if they get injured while performing their duties. When people think of firefighter injuries, the first thing that often comes to mind is...
Does workers’ comp only cover accidents?
People often discuss workers’ compensation in terms of accidents. “Jenny is claiming workers’ comp after a forklift crushed her foot.” Or “Randy relied on it for the six months he took to recover from his ladder fall.” Yet an employee does not necessarily need to have...
4 hazards you may face as a nurse
Many nurses pursue their line of work because it means they get to help people daily. Their efforts help community members recover from their illnesses and injuries. Working as a nurse, however, has its inherent dangers. Nurses need to be aware of the dangers in their...
Pursuing workers’ comp and personal injury damages simultaneously
You likely qualify for workers’ compensation benefits in the event that you’re injured while engaging in work-related activity. Under certain circumstances, however, you might also be able to file a personal injury lawsuit due to the negligence of a third party....
What is the going and coming rule in workers’ comp?
You are driving to work when another driver pulls out ahead of you unexpectedly. You T-bone their car at high speeds, and you suffer significant injuries. You’re now facing extensive medical bills, and you are also losing wages because you can’t work until you...
Linemen face catastrophic hazards on every shift
Electric linemen provide the valuable service of keeping the power on for households and businesses across the country. Many people don’t realize the considerable hazards these hardworking men and woman face while they’re working. It’s up to each electric company to...
The long-term costs of spinal cord injuries
The short-term costs of suffering a spinal cord injury can certainly be high. These could include lost wages and other forms of compensation. The costs also include medical bills, perhaps for emergency treatment, rehabilitation, surgery and much more. For example,...
Who chooses the doctor in a California workers’ comp scenario?
Every job comes with a degree of risk. Even jobs in offices and other low-risk environments can cause medical issues for employees. They can fall and break a bone or develop repetitive stress injuries. Workers' compensation benefits help protect employed people from...
