A public employee works for a state college or university. Federal employees have separate workers' comp regulations and are under federal law. Local and state public employees are under state law in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota. Some public employees have different...
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Facts about Amazon and workplace accidents
Workplace accidents are a common occurrence in Minnesota, and they can happen anywhere. In fact, even the biggest and most well-known companies in the world are not immune to them. Amazon is a perfect example of this. This company's workers have been filing filed...
Remote working risks in Minnesota
In an age where people can work from anywhere, it's no surprise that remote working is becoming more popular. However, business owners should be aware of some risks associated with working remotely. Here's some information about the dangers of remote working and how...
What a workers’ comp attorney can do for you in Minnesota
If you have suffered a work-related injury or illness in Minnesota, you have a right to compensation that covers your medical bills, lost wages, and disability or death benefits. Regrettably, your employer or insurance company can deny your claim for benefits even...
Types of food service injuries and compensation
Working in restaurants comes with risks. Statistics from 2019 reveal that over 93,000 nonfatal injuries occurred in food service that year. There are several common injuries that a food service worker in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, may experience. Types of restaurant...
Physical work and back pain
There are several things Americans disagree on, but many people in the US can agree that they suffer from chronic pain. Over 50% of adults in the US have pain, most often in the legs and back, according to the US Centers for the Disease Control and Prevention's...
Avoid electrical injuries rather than file for workers’ comp
Minnesota workplace laws are designed to help electrical workers avoid injuries. If you do get injured, you may have to rely on workers' comp while you recover. Therefore, prevention is the best policy. Maintain your tools Something as simple as an improperly...
Are workers at risk for heat-related injuries?
Minnesota has its cold and snowy winters, but residents may warn summertime visitors about the heat. Persons working both inside and outside might feel the heat worse than others. Physical labor, long hours, and strenuous activities don't always mesh well with high...
Workers’ comp for mental injuries
When people in Minnesota think of on-the-job injuries, they usually imagine physical damage to the body. However, that's not the only way a work environment can injure someone. In recent years, both the medical field and popular culture have developed a growing...
What happens when a construction worker suffers from carpal tunnel syndrome?
Construction workers place themselves at risk for many different injuries, including unexpected ones. Slips and falls or power tool disasters could prove devastating, but not surprising. Neither would long-term problems from sprains and strains. Somewhat surprisingly,...