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...
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When holiday temp workers get hurt in Minnesota
On Behalf of Baehman Law | Nov 14, 2023 | Workers' Compensation
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...
Is safety footwear really that important?
On Behalf of Baehman Law | Oct 20, 2023 | Workers' Compensation
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...
Seeking workers’ comp for crash-related harm
On Behalf of Baehman Law | Oct 2, 2023 | Workers' Compensation
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...
How can pre-existing health conditions impact a workers’ compensation claim?
On Behalf of Baehman Law | Oct 2, 2023 | Blog, Workers' Compensation
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...
Job-related illnesses in healthcare workers
On Behalf of Baehman Law | Sep 12, 2023 | Workers' Compensation
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...
Am I eligible for workers’ comp if I’m working from home?
On Behalf of Baehman Law | Aug 24, 2023 | Workers' Compensation
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...
Are you covered if you get injured driving to work?
On Behalf of Baehman Law | Aug 11, 2023 | Workers' Compensation
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...
Can posting about your workers’ comp claim impact your case?
On Behalf of Baehman Law | Aug 10, 2023 | Blog, Workers' Compensation
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....
Common causes of workplace foot injuries
On Behalf of Baehman Law | Jul 20, 2023 | Workers' Compensation
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...
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