Minnesota residents who are employed in jobs that require the use of scaffolding face the risk of serious injuries every day. An on the job accident that includes a fall from a scaffold or falls from ladders can leave you with with broken bones, back or spinal cord...
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Month: August 2015
Risks faced by construction workers
Minnesota construction workers know that they are employed in one of the most dangerous industries. Risking their lives every day is just a part of doing the job to people on a construction site. Because of the risks involved, there are many safety laws and rules that...
Minnesota approves medical marijuana in workers’ compensation
Minnesota is one of the states to have legalized medical marijuana despite the fact that it remains illegal under federal law. The legal use of this drug for medicinal purposes in select states gives rise to the issue of how it should be handled in cases involving...
How are lost wage benefits calculated?
Workers’ compensation provides several different types of benefits to people who become unable to work due to a workplace accident or occupational disease. These include coverage for medical expenses and vocational rehabilitation. Another very important type of...