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The construction industry is one of the most dangerous in which to work. Accidents occur often due to the hazardous work environment, and while it is impossible to eliminate all risks on a construction site, proper safety procedures can minimize them. The U.S. Bureau...
Workers' compensation aims to protect workers who become injured or sick because of their job. This program offers benefits like wage replacement and medical expenses coverage. However, not all claims made under this system end in approval. Sometimes, the system...
Workplace injuries are a part of life, though they are more common in certain industries like agriculture and construction. One kind many individuals fail to consider or recognize as a workplace injury is the fairly common repetitive strain injury. Caused by...
Prevention is often a key component in avoiding construction site injuries. While some accidents happen without mitigation, others may occur solely due to worker or workplace oversight. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) releases data on the top...
Industrial accidents may lead to devastating results. Fingers often get jammed in gears and high-speed pistons risk hands and limbs with a simple slip. Whether through accident or negligence, it is important to understand what follows a catastrophic injury at work...
Most people understand that workers' compensation covers medical bills associated with on-the-job injuries. However, there are many more facts employees must know about it. Here are some of the most critical facts surrounding workers' comp. Employees receive workers'...
Workplace injuries continue to be alarmingly common in the U.S. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were more than 2.5 million of them in 2021 alone. Luckily, most injured workers eventually make complete recoveries. While receiving prompt and...
In 2021, 5,190 individuals died from work-related injuries, while 2,607,900 individuals experienced injuries from accidents on the job. Workers’ compensation is set up so that you can receive compensation for medical bills, lost wages and other expenses after an...
Despite suffering a traumatic brain injury in Nebraska, you may have a strong desire to return to work. However, the uncertainty you feel as a result of your condition might rattle your confidence. Your recovery and the process whereby you return to work will look...
If you have a work-related injury and qualify for workers’ compensation benefits, your injury will have a disability rating. How does the disability rating process work and who assigns these ratings? Disability or impairment According to the definition provided...