Working in a long-term care facility offers a unique blend of challenges and rewards. You get to make a real difference in the lives of residents who rely on your skills and compassion for their day-to-day needs. As rewarding as it is, the work also comes with risks...
Car crashes can happen from all directions so drivers must take a range of precautions to prevent them. One they can take to reduce the chance of running into someone from behind is known as the three-second rule. Why three seconds? Do you know what a safe following...
As a type of insurance, workers’ compensation helps pay for the medical costs of an employee who has suffered a work-related injury or illness and wages lost due to impairment. You might think that compensation only applies to visible ailments, such as broken bones,...
You have probably heard of a condition called carpal tunnel syndrome. But there is a different physical issue called cubital tunnel syndrome that also might come from the job you do. Cubital tunnel syndrome often arises from actions such as bending the elbow for...
When people think of dangerous industries or professions, jobs that are much more physical in nature, such as construction or manufacturing, top the list. Careers within the education sector are typically not thought of as dangerous or hazardous. Still, you never know...
When you work at heights, there are generally two different types of safety standards that your employer will utilize to protect workers on the job. These are known as fall protection and fall prevention systems. While these terms are often used interchangeably, there...
You’ve been working for a construction company for a while, and you haven’t thought much about the fact that your boss has labeled you as an independent contractor – until you get injured and sidelined. That’s when you find out that you’re not eligible for workers’...
If you suffer an injury at work, you may count yourself lucky if you didn’t tear a muscle or break a bone. You may even think that you got out of the incident with only minor injuries. Unfortunately, the reality is that damage to tendons and ligaments can be severe....
Warehouse work can be inherently dangerous. Receiving proper training and carefully following safety protocols can greatly reduce the risks warehouse workers face. However, accidents can still occur and being mindful of some of the greatest dangers can be helpful. If...
When you’re injured on the job in Maryland, you have a right to expect medical care through the workers’ compensation system. Fortunately, unlike many states, Maryland workers enjoy broad rights when it comes to seeking and receiving such medical care. Here are...
