Protecting Injured Workers
And Their Families For The Short And Long Term
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....
Outdoor work environments can pose unique risks, varying depending on the season. Workers in construction, agriculture, landscaping and other outdoor industries should know about these potential hazards and how to protect themselves. The impact of weather conditions...
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...
When filing a workers' compensation claim, you may need evidence to prove your injury is work-related. And your colleagues can help you do so. During investigations, your employer or the inspectors they work with will question witnesses to obtain more information. ...
A worker who has been hurt on the job or diagnosed with a medical condition caused by their employment can rely on workers' compensation coverage for their treatment expenses, as long as they are eligible for workers’ comp coverage. The benefits available for injured...
The workers’ compensation system helps to ensure that individuals who suffer employment-related harm are not forced to absorb the full financial impact of their situation. Yet, some cases are easier to prove than others. Proving a case of harm sustained somewhere...
In the aftermath of a workplace accident, you may feel confused about what you should do next. However, acting quickly can help you protect your claim and access compensation promptly. Creating a timeline to eliminate doubt Reporting an injury as soon as it happens...
A recent investigation of a single emergency department by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) underscores the reality that even seemingly minor work-related safety challenges could lead to significant harm to employees. During the inspection of...
In the past, it was very common for families to exist with just a single breadwinner who earned all of the income for that family. Generally speaking, wives would stay home to help to raise the children, while husbands would go to work to provide the income that their...
