The state and workplace shutdowns due to the COVID-19 pandemic meant that there were far fewer vehicles on the road.Many people might think that fewer vehicles should mean fewer accidents, but that is not necessarily the case. Alarming reports from across the country...
Year: 2020
FAQ: Reporting your injury to your employer
Workers never expect to suffer an injury on the job. One day might start just like any other, but then a worker might slip and fall on the warehouse floor, sustaining a serious traumatic brain injury. In these cases, it is often necessary to seek medical attention...
Can I collect workers’ compensation and SSDI at the same time?
Following significant work-place injuries, employees and their families often wonder what benefits may collect. There are a few types of benefits injured workers are entitled to, but one specific question is whether the injured worker can recover both workers'...
Can workers get compensation for occupational knee injuries?
Individuals rely on their knees more than they think. As the largest and most complex joint in the body, the knee is what allows us to move in many different ways, whether standing, walking or lifting.This heavy reliance on the knee is also why suffering a knee injury...
Report finds gig workers suffer a higher rate of fatalities
The gig economy has been on the rise for the last few years. Independent workers and contractors enjoy the flexibility to work on their own terms and provide services for companies on certain projects.However, independent workers should also be aware that their risk...
Stay on your toes: Foot injuries have a large impact on workers
Workers who are on their feet all day often know the reality of foot pain. Standing on a cement warehouse floor all day can cause a significant amount of strain on one’s feet, back and legs. Even with the foot pain workers might experience, they face even more risks...
Falls are still a significant risk for many workers
Workers of all industries face a risk of falling on the job, from retail workers to roofers.Falls from the same level or a higher level are some of the most common causes of both injuries and fatalities in the workplace. Yet, despite this common knowledge, reports...
What is the most dangerous job in the U.S.?
When faced with this question, many people say the construction industry is the most dangerous in the country. This guess is not far off - construction is on the list of the most dangerous jobs almost every year.However, over the last few years, the job involving the...
What if the employer’s insurance company schedules an IME?
When injured workers pursue workers' compensation benefits, their employer's insurance company may question the extent of their injuries. In these cases, insurance companies often arrange an independent medical evaluation (IME).This is a common issue that injured...
Firefighters call for safety on the road
Firefighters, police officers and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) must all be prepared to jump into action at any time to answer the call in an emergency.And when they get a call, they must immediately take to the road and respond to the emergency as soon as...
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