You have a right to expect a safe working environment, but there are a lot of factors that aren’t under control – especially when you have to interact with other people. The possibility of workplace violence is an ever-looming threat these days, no matter where you...
Workplace injuries happen all the time, and workers’ compensation is designed to be a safety net – but what happens when that worker has a preexisting condition that is aggravated by their job duties? In Minnesota, the presence of a pre-existing condition does not...
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...
Car accidents are certainly a common reason for workers’ comp claims. Driving is very dangerous and there is always the potential for an accident, even if that driver doesn’t make a mistake. Injuries are a nearly constant threat for delivery drivers, semi-truck...
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...
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...
Any time a worker slips and falls, they could be injured. They could be walking on a level surface, going up and down the stairs or working in an elevated position. Any fall can be serious, especially if it results in a head injury. That being said, falls from heights...
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...
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...
Sometimes, slipping or tripping over something is a minor mishap and causes embarrassment if anyone sees it. What you may not realize is that slips, trips and falls are one of the leading causes of workplace injuries. Understanding the causes and prevention strategies...
