As a Nebraska firefighter, burns, strains and sprains are among the most common injuries, you and your team handle as part of your job. In most cases, you can identify the injury site immediately. Unfortunately, not all damage is obvious. According to the National...
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Year: 2021
What injuries can falling objects cause?
While working on a construction site, some chances for potential injury may seem obvious at first glance. However, falling hammers or tools can also easily harm you just as much as scaffolding collapses or overexertion. Learning about how falling objects can hurt you...
Teachers and work-related injuries
If you work in education, you likely have a number of stressors to deal with on a daily basis. From managing difficult students to preparing for class, teachers have a lot on their plates. Although teaching is somewhat safe in comparison to other fields (such as...
Which employees are entitled to workers’ compensation?
Each state has its own laws regarding workers' compensation benefits. According to Nebraska Workers' Compensation Court, many workers in the state must receive benefits if they are eligible according to the law. Compensation covers medical costs, but it can also make...
Why is workers’ compensation denied?
Workers’ compensation denial is rare, but it does happen. Risk and Insurance claim that 67 percent of these denials payout within 12 months. Once converted, employees stand to earn up to 50 percent more for their claims after an initial rejection. Even though the odds...
Carpal tunnel syndrome causes and symptoms
The carpal tunnel is a space between the bones of the wrists. It allows the median nerve to travel from the arm into the hand. Inflammation of the soft tissues in the carpal tunnel can cause them to swell. Compression of the median nerve from the swollen tissues...
How does marijuana impact workers’ compensation?
The legalization of marijuana in many areas is creating some trouble for workers’ compensation. There are questions about whether the program will pay for the treatment with medical marijuana or if they will cover claims when an employee tests positive for marijuana...
Can you incorporate safety objectives into company culture?
The culture of the company you work for in Nebraska influences your overall experience at work. For many establishments, their company culture is a defining characteristic; one that sets them apart from competitors in the industry. Because company culture directly...
How a TBI can affect a construction worker following the accident
Workers may be at high risk of severe injuries in the construction industry, particularly when project managers do not comply with safety regulations. According to the CDC, construction workers have one of the highest risks of TBI compared to workers in other...
What makes me eligible for workers’ compensation benefits?
Workers’ compensation benefits come from insurance your employer carries. If your employer does not have the insurance, you cannot get benefits. However, most employers will carry it. You would be eligible as long as you meet the basic requirements to make a claim....
