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If you’re a first responder or have a loved one who is, you know that the stress and trauma of the job can be overwhelming and even paralyzing. Increasingly, lawmakers across the country are requiring state workers’ compensation boards to cover serious mental health...
Many injured workers can apply for workers’ compensation. Workers’ comp can help injured workers afford medical expenses and recover lost wages. There are many misconceptions about workers’ comp. If you are applying for benefits, you should consider the following: ...
Female construction workers are still relatively few and far between. However, it’s not as uncommon to see a woman working on a construction site or maybe doing road or bridge construction work as it once was. While the women who choose this line of work can be every...
People who work in a hospital all have job duties that work together to enable the medical team to provide care for patients. While it’s easy to assume that a hospital is a safe place to work, there are actually very serious hazards that these hard workers face daily....
Workers' compensation is designed to provide financial protection to employees who suffer injuries or illnesses. However, not all claims are approved. Understanding why claims may be denied can help employees navigate the process of pursuing benefits more effectively....
There are many jobs on the market, and one of them that often pays well and has good benefits is working in a warehouse. However, like most jobs, working in a warehouse is not always safe. Many warehouse employees are injured on the job. When an employee is injured on...
Hospital workers dedicated to caring for others often navigate a minefield of occupational hazards in their daily routines. Many dangers these professionals face can be mitigated through proper safety equipment, procedures and protocols. Understanding these...
Regardless of industry, any job can expose workers to injuries and illnesses, with some occupations being more inherently dangerous than others. Sustaining an injury or illness can negatively impact workers’ well-being, earning capacity and future employment...
Filing a workers' compensation claim can be a complex process that requires attention to detail and adherence to specific guidelines. Making mistakes during this process can potentially delay or even jeopardize your claim. To ensure a smooth and successful filing,...
When experts study the most dangerous occupations in the United States, they often list the construction industry at the very top. This is because it tends to have the most fatal accidents year in and year out. Workers face an exceptionally high level of risk. ...