Protecting Injured Workers
And Their Families For The Short And Long Term
Repetitive stress injuries, commonly known as RSIs, are a group of conditions affecting muscles, tendons and nerves caused by repetitive movements and overuse. The risk of developing repetitive stress injuries is significantly heightened for healthcare professionals...
As the holiday season approaches, many businesses are ramping up their workforce with temporary employees to handle increased demand. These seasonal workers are vital to the realities of holiday commerce, yet there’s often uncertainty regarding their eligibility for...
Workplace hazards are everywhere, so what can you do? Well, one of the most important things you can do to protect yourself is invest in safety footwear. Safety footwear may or may not be required by your employer as a form of personal protective equipment (PPE), but...
Car accidents can be devastating, causing severe injuries to those involved. When a car crash occurs while you're on the job, navigating the complexities of workers' compensation can be challenging. Yet, it’s important to understand that if you were engaged in...
According to the Department of Labor, there were 496 workers' compensation claims as of September 2023. Some of these claims did involve pre-existing conditions. When it comes to workers' compensation claims, understanding the role of pre-existing health conditions is...
Healthcare workers are critical to the well-being of our society, providing care and support to those in need. Because they work near people who are ill, healthcare workers often experience chronic work-related health conditions. What are the most common job-related...
Remote work has gained popularity in recent years. With this development, more and more legal questions are coming up regarding what happens when an employer is hurt while working from home. On the face of it, workers’ compensation is designed to provide financial...
There are many potentially hazardous things you have to do at work and many ways in which you can be injured. Office workers can be hurt in a slip-and-fall accident, construction workers could be injured by heavy machinery and commercial drivers could be injured in a...
Making a post on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or another social media platform about your workers' comp claim can have disastrous results. Posting pictures of your injuries or talking about how you feel online can give the insurance company a new way to attack you....
Foot injuries are common in the workplace. They can lead to pain, discomfort and even long-term disabilities. Understanding the causes of these injuries is important for prevention. Here are some common causes of workplace foot injuries. Slips, trips and falls...
