On behalf of Baehman Law | Jan 14, 2020 | Uncategorized
Every job comes with some occupational hazards. However, working in certain industries puts some people at an increased risk of suffering catastrophic or fatal injuries on the job. In this post, we will look at the 10 most dangerous jobs in the U.S. We also explore...
On behalf of Baehman Law | Oct 28, 2019 | Uncategorized
Minnesota is one of several states that has recently passed legislation providing workers’ compensation benefits for first responders suffering from PTSD. A study says fire stations, police departments, hospitals and dispatchers across the country struggle with...
On behalf of Baehman Law | Sep 5, 2019 | Uncategorized
The office environment isn’t exactly considered a very dangerous place. When you think of potentially high-risk job sites, you might better imagine a construction zone. In the office, you clock in, find your desk and get to work on your phone or computer. What...
On behalf of Baehman Law | Jul 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
Workers’ compensation covers your medical expenses and lost wages due to workplace injury. Workers’ compensation also reduces your employer’s liability if you are hurt on the job.If you have been injured at work, it is crucial that you report the...
On behalf of Baehman Law | May 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
A new study released by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) showed that over two-thirds of construction firms said a car crashed into their highway work zones in the past year. The stats highlight what roadworkers already know: Highway work is...
On behalf of Baehman Law | Mar 21, 2019 | Uncategorized
Back injuries at work can be very serious because you use your back for almost everything you do. It is imperative that work places have protocol for reducing the risk of incidents that can lead to this. It is easy to think that the workers should be the ones who are...
On behalf of Baehman Law | Feb 27, 2019 | Uncategorized
Most people who get hurt at work don’t have any long-term consequences. They may miss a few days of work for medical treatment, but otherwise the impact of the injury will be minimal. For other people, the impact of a workplace injury could be long-lasting.For...
On behalf of Baehman Law | Jan 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
Workers’ compensation insurance is an important part of the system we have to protect the rights and safety of workers. It offers compensation and access to medical care when a person suffers an injury while on the job. However, these insurance policies are also...
On behalf of Baehman Law | Dec 3, 2018 | Uncategorized
Workers in different fields and types of workplaces may suffer from blows to the head while on the job, whether on the assembly line at a plant or the records room in an office park. Even if the incident does not initially seem very serious, it is important for any...
On behalf of Baehman Law | Aug 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
Getting hurt on the job is something every employee does their best to avoid. Unfortunately, accidents still happen. Whether due to negligence on the part of a co-worker, issues with machinery maintenance or a failure to communicate, work injuries can leave you in...
