And Their Families For The Short And Long Term
Car accidents are one of the most common ways that people in the United States become seriously injured. Not only do they take about 40,000 lives every year, but tens of thousands of people end up with catastrophic injuries. But is there any way that your car accident...
If you get hurt at work, workers' compensation insurance protects you. In Minnesota, almost all employers have an obligation to carry this important form of insurance. Those hurt on the job and those who developed a work-acquired illness can make a claim for benefits....
Falls are one of the most common ways that workers get injured, and many of these falls happen on ladders. Some workers, such as construction workers, may need to use 30-foot ladders that could result in very serious falls. Other workers may just need to use...
People qualify for workers' compensation when they get hurt at work or when a doctor diagnoses them with a work-acquired medical condition. Repetitive stress injuries, sometimes called overuse or repetitive motion injuries, are a common source of workers' compensation...
Minnesota is one of the leading states in terms of revenue produced from agriculture. Many of us don’t think too much about the production of the things that we eat, thus, it is easy not to think too much about farming accidents. Nevertheless, working in agriculture...
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...
