Every employee has specific rights under the law and every employer has specific legal duties under the rules for workers' compensation. With specific regard to workers' compensation laws, most workers in Omaha can expect employers to do the following: -- Have a...
Month: December 2018
3 ways to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome
Developing carpal tunnel syndrome can render you unable to do your job; therefore, if you have this problem you want to visit a doctor and get the relief you need as soon as possible. You may also want to take several actions that can help you prevent your injuries...
How much are workers compensation wage replacement benefits
When you get hurt so badly on the job that you need to take time away from work to recover, you will usually be able to qualify for workers' compensation wage replacement benefits. These valuable benefits will help you stay financially afloat while you're injured. In...
Fall harness — a life-saving device that can cause your death
If you are a construction worker in Nebraska, you might find comfort in knowing that your employer provides you with a fall-arrest harness that will keep you safe from suffering an impact injury in the event of a fall from an elevated work area. What you might not...
Some ladder safety tips to prevent injuries at work
Are you an experienced construction worker? Do you use a ladder as a regular part of your workday? Have you become complacent or overconfident about using a ladder? If you're not taking great care to prevent a ladder-related fall, you could be risking your life every...
