When people in Minnesota are interviewing for a new job, their foremost concerns are often those related to formalities. Factors such as compensation, benefits and responsibilities are discussed in detail, but many people may not immediately begin thinking about the...
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Understanding National Work Zone Awareness Week
Spring is here and along with the daffodils and budding trees, Minnesota residents can look forward to road construction. While drivers may consider road construction a pain, residents may also understand that it is necessary to keep the roads and communities safe and...
Recognizing construction’s ‘fatal four’ injuries
The construction industry is an integral part of the American workforce. However, this dangerous job leads to a significant number of injuries and deaths every year. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, there are 252,000 construction work...
Top 3 workplace hazards for home health care aids
Working as a home health care aide is a commendable and fulfilling job. You play a vital role in the health care industry. But there may come a time when your job causes you to get hurt. According to a recent study, 13 percent of home health care workers suffered an...
Do you qualify for permanent total disability?
The purpose of workers' compensation is to help injured parties cover medical and living expenses while they recover from their injuries. Workers' compensation is not supposed to serve as a long-term source of income. However, Minnesota workers' comp law does allow...
Tips for going back to work after a job injury
A workplace injury can turn your life upside down. Recovery can take months to years, or never fully happen depending on the injury. During this time, you likely are not able to work. Light duty may be an option if you are lucky. Once you are ready to go back to work,...
Litigation over a workplace accident
In the workplace, many different things can go wrong, and violations take various forms. For example, an employee may be subjected to a wage and hour violation, such as unpaid overtime, or they could experience discrimination on the basis of their gender or age....
What are unexpected risks leading to job injuries?
Minnesota residents like you work a variety of jobs. Lindberg Law, P.C., understand that the type of job you hold doesn't necessarily dictate how safe you will be from mishaps at the workplace. In fact, unexpected risks can be present anywhere a person...
How do I lift loads without getting hurt?
Safety is a high priority at many Minnesota workplaces. If your job involves frequent lifting, it is important to use proper lifting techniques to prevent an injury.Proper lifting techniques are more important than you may think. According to the Occupational Safety...
Types of workers’ comp and their benefits
When an employee sustains an injury on the job, it can lead to serious physical and financial hardships. Thankfully, there are workers' compensation benefits that can help to alleviate some of that stress. To receive said benefits, it is critical to complete the...

