It is common for workers and their families to come across many terms and concepts that they are not familiar with in the process of seeking or reviewing their workers’ compensation benefits. One of the terms that is frequently heard in these cases is “maximum medical...
Falling from even a short distance on the job can put workers at risk of suffering a serious injury. And according to the National Safety Council, falls in the workplace are one of the top accidents that keep individuals out of work while they recover. Work injuries...
Many Maryland workers may know that falls and the overextension of muscles are some of the most common causes of injuries in the workplace. With how common these incidents are, it is no wonder that they are also some of the leading causes of back injuries. In previous...
Serious work injuries can keep one out of work for a long time while they recover. This time is necessary for workers to rest and heal. Even so, many injured workers worry: how will they support their family if they cannot work? Thankfully, the answer to that question...
Work-related injuries can cause a considerable amount of physical and financial stress in a worker’s life. Thankfully, if a worker suffers an injury on the job, they are often eligible to recover workers’ compensation benefits. However, workers should take some time...
Even though the old-fashioned term for pregnancy described it as a “delicate condition,” most women would disagree with that statement. While they might worry more about their unborn child’s health, most women remain capable and fit to work throughout their pregnancy....
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), 26.2% of all work injuries are the result of objects or equipment striking workers. These accidents have been and remain a serious risk across all industries, and workers must be aware of the high risk of injury they...
Rotator cuffs are the groups of muscles around each shoulder joint. They are some of the most complex joints in the body, as well as one of the most frequently used. That is only one of the reasons why injuries – or even tears – to this joint are some of the most...
The end of summer can bring extremely severe weather to the Baltimore area. And severe weather also brings an increase in residents looking to clean up after storms and fix damaged exteriors of their homes. Whether residents only look to fix storm damage or re-shingle...
In the current circumstances of the global pandemic, teachers are more concerned than ever about creating a safe learning environment for their students. However, teachers should also be consciously aware of their own safety. As we have discussed in past blog posts,...
