And Their Families For The Short And Long Term
There are several key employment sectors across Minnesota, with the hospitality industry being one of them. Many people across the state rely on hospitality work to maintain their standards of living. Unfortunately, hospitality workers are exposed to numerous safety...
For most workers who get hurt on the job, the hospital is the destination after their injuries. However, for medical workers, the hospital is where they get hurt on the job. In fact, hospital workers are at higher-than-average risk for workplace injuries that require...
Heavy machinery and complex technology can assist you in efficiently completing tasks. However, there are also numerous potential hazards to be wary of when operating certain equipment. Both employers and employees can take preventative measures to reduce the risk of...
The majority of people face some sort of risk during their daily working activities. However, due to the nature of their environment and the use of heavy machinery, construction workers face a heightened risk of injury. One common piece of equipment that is utilized...
Employees who get sick or injured on the job are eligible for workers' compensation benefits. Such benefits cover the cost of treatment, lost wages, disability and death benefits. However, you need to inform your employer of your injuries as soon as possible. Waiting...
Labor shortages have become a major problem in numerous different industries -- and the meatpacking industry is one of the hardest hit. So where are meatpacking companies turning to find the labor they need? The immigrant workforce is largely coming to the rescue....
Breweries can be great places to work, but there are hazards that present themselves there. Issues with ergonomics, the risk of coming into contact with hot items, slip, trip and fall accidents, and others may arise. In a brewery, it’s important for you to focus on...
The death of a parent or spouse is a devastating and emotionally draining experience for the surviving family members. Life may no longer be the same, more so if the deceased were the family’s breadwinner. Your family may be staring at financial instability, but with...
General contractors hiring out subcontractors may not realize they may be liable to cover additional workers' compensation insurance for the employees of another company. Under Minnesota law, uninsured contractors may receive workers' compensation benefits from...
While many warehouses feature robots to do specific tasks, sometimes the working environment can turn people into virtual robots at a cost to safety. Warehouse work can be monotonous, causing people to switch off. You may be required to stand in the same position all...
