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...
How can my workplace prevent deadly accidents?
The best way to avoid dealing with workers’ compensation is to work for a company that prioritizes the safety and well-being of its workers. While there is no way to completely accident-proof a construction site, the likelihood of sustaining an injury goes down...
4 forklift safety tips
Forklifts are highly useful pieces of heavy machinery with applications for construction sites, warehouses and many other industrial facilities. However, there is an inherent risk of accidents such as tip-overs and collisions when you operate one. There is also a risk...
Can I choose a doctor if I get hurt at work?
If you were injured on the job, you have the right to receive worker’s compensation benefits from your employer. One of the benefits is that your employer must pay for all reasonable medical and hospital services you need to recover from your injuries. In Nebraska,...
3 common exposure pathways for toxic materials
While some workers are more at risk for toxic exposure than others, workers in nearly every occupation can be exposed to hazardous materials. From strong cleaning agents to chemicals used in the manufacturing process, exposure to toxic materials can lead to serious –...
Living with a spinal cord injury after a workplace accident
Falls and other workplace accidents may result in serious injuries, including spinal cord injuries, for workers. Depending on the location and severity of such injuries, workers who suffer spinal cord trauma may experience partial or total loss of sensation, as well...
Are you suffering from a traumatic brain injury?
After taking a blow to the head at work, it is important to keep an eye out for symptoms that could point to a head injury. Head and brain injuries can cause you a lot of trouble, and may even jeopardize your safety and life. Thus, it is important to know what a...
Ototoxicity: Hearing loss at work
Workers have historically worried about a loud environment causing damage to their hearing. Now there is a growing concern about ototoxicants – chemicals which could cause hearing damage and eventual hearing loss. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and...
What are the most common fall hazards at work?
Title: What are the most common fall hazards at work? While some places of work have more risk than others, any workplace has its share of dangers. Some of the biggest shared risks between workplaces are that of slips, trips and falls. One of the best ways you can...
Symptoms and tips for dealing with carpal tunnel
As a commercial truck driver in Nebraska, you may spend long hours behind the wheel of your rig. Although meeting hours of service requirements means taking breaks at certain intervals as safety precautions, it can also help you avoid hand and wrist issues. The carpal...
