A medical professional assisting with a workers' compensation claim plays a very important role. They diagnose someone's condition, determine their functional limitations and recommend a course of treatment. A doctor's opinion can be what helps someone obtain certain...
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Understanding the dangers of working in the medical field
Being in the medical field as a nurse, paramedic, doctor, lab technician or other medical professional is immensely beneficial to communities. Medical professionals are there to help people suffering from medical conditions and injuries. However, despite working in...
These common errors could harm your workers’ compensation claim
You may be entitled to certain benefits after a workplace accident under the workers’ compensation scheme, like medical coverage and a portion of your missed wages when you cannot work. However, this is not guaranteed, as you must go through the necessary procedures...
Injuries in the hospitality industry
In the hospitality industry, workers face many potential hazards that can lead to minor and severe injuries. This sector includes hotels, restaurants, resorts and similar establishments. It requires employees to perform various duties, each of which can be risky in...
How drug testing can affect workers’ compensation claims
There are many myths about workers' compensation that deter people from filing claims. Misinformation passes from one person to another and may deter someone in need of financial support after a workplace injury from seeking benefits. One of the more common myths...
4 classification of workers’ compensation to be aware of
Workers’ compensation is a government-mandated program that helps workers who sustain injuries in their line of work receive the financial support they need. The U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) has established four classifications of workers’ compensation to help...
Why do warehouse workers often sustain repetitive stress injuries?
In the warehousing industry, the physical demands on workers are immense. One critical issue that often goes unnoticed is the risk of repetitive stress injuries (RSIs). If you’re a warehouse employee, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with the most common causes of...
Understanding Minnesota teens’ right to workers’ compensation
If you’re that parent of a teen who works part-time after school and on weekends or maybe full-time during summer and other school breaks, you might not have given much thought to what would happen if they suffered an injury or medical condition due to their work....
How could casual restaurant work lead to injury?
There is a lot of casual restaurant work available at this time of year. Eateries are full to bursting as people head out to celebrate, and seasonal bouts of flu mean some staff call in sick. So, if you need a little extra cash, it’s a great opportunity to make some....
Workplace injury aftermath: Important steps to take
Many Minnesota residents are industrious people holding jobs in various occupations. Most of these individuals complete their daily shifts with no major incidents. Unfortunately, not all workers are that lucky. Data from 2019 reported that 2.8 million workplace...