Most workers’ compensation cases are cut and dry. An employee gets injured while on the clock at their place of business, files a claim, and receives their benefits. However, some claims are a little more complicated. Company-sponsored events fall into that category. Depending on the details of the event and how it was represented to […]
People often underestimate just how important sleep is for our health. You know that you feel better after a good night of sleep, but did you know that even one poor night of sleep can have a negative impact on your performance at work? There is a strong link between sleep deprivation and workplace accidents, […]
After a workplace injury, you may feel like everything is out of your control. Unfortunately, that is true in a lot of ways. Your employer has a lot of control over the care you receive and what type of updates they receive, and you simply have to comply with your doctor’s orders. If your treating […]
Manufacturing is widely known as one of the most dangerous industries for workers, racking up high injury rates year after year. Manufacturing as a whole had an incidence rate of 3.3 nonfatal injuries per 100 workers in 2021. The most dangerous subindustries are wood product manufacturing, metal manufacturing and foundry work, and motor vehicle manufacturing. […]
The agricultural industry is one of the cornerstones of the United States. Without a strong farming industry, the economy would be at serious risk of collapsing. However, those who work in this field are at constant risk of illness and injury. While safety protocols and proper protective gear can do a lot to protect workers, […]
After a workplace injury, it’s important to know your rights and responsibilities. If your employer has at least five employees, they must have workers’ compensation insurance to cover workplace injuries. However, claiming the benefits you’re owed isn’t always easy, and there are limitations to what you can recover. Upon finding out that workers’ compensation only […]
When people think of workplace injuries, they tend to imagine machine accidents, car crashes, and other one-time incidents with immediately identifiable injuries. However, a lot of workplace injuries fall into a different category: wear and tear injuries. These types of injuries build up over time and often aren’t identified until they reach a certain threshold […]
America’s workforce is becoming increasingly diverse, with a greater share of laborers now considered senior citizens. Whether it’s due to a weak economy and minimal retirement savings or simply enjoyment of one’s work, aging Americans are working longer than ever before. This means that employers must be cognizant of increased injury risks and protect workers […]
If any disputes arise in your workers’ compensation claim, you may have to undergo an independent medical examination. This third-party examination allows your workers’ comp insurance company to get expert insight into your injuries, treatments, whether or not your injury is work-related, and when you can be expected to return to work. Since the company […]
When people think of workplace injuries, they tend to think of broken bones, falling objects, and out-of-control equipment. However, another danger lurks in many industries—exposure to toxic chemicals. While the risk is greater in some industries than in others, the risk is always present. Chemical exposure can cause a wide range of health issues, and […]
