On-the-job injuries could be the result of a worker making a mistake. Other times, an employer’s failure to follow safety regulations could be the underlying cause. Occasionally, someone else is actually to blame for a worker’s injury while on the clock. A coworker...
Some professionals work in environments where major falls are a risk. Construction professionals, window washers and many others could fall from a significant elevation while working. Workers in just about any profession could potentially sustain injuries in...
Professionals in a variety of different positions can injure their backs at work. Truckers forced to sit all day can develop chronic pain in the lumbar spine. Manufacturing workers who constantly lift and twist could hurt their backs due to overexertion or repetitive...
Professionals who perform the same tasks regularly can damage their bodies. A repetitive strain injury can develop that affects their strength and range of motion. It can diminish how quickly workers perform job tasks. It can even affect their quality of life outside...
Accidents can happen anywhere, including on the way to or from a job site. Many employees wonder if workers’ compensation will step in when injuries occur during travel. The answer often depends on the circumstances. The going and coming rule In most cases, the “going...
Working in healthcare can be a rewarding experience. Every day you’re helping people and making a difference in the world. But healthcare also has its share of dangers, so it’s crucial to work safely to protect yourself and others. Part of a daily routine Every day,...
Repetitive strain injuries are among the most common occupational diseases. Professionals in a broad assortment of different careers perform the same tasks during every shift. The need to constantly bend, twist or grip throughout a shift can cause repetitive strain...
In many industries, carabiners and rigging connectors are necessary safety tools. Workers in construction, utilities, maritime operations and entertainment rigging, for example, depend on these devices to secure loads, tools and even themselves. But when a carabiner...
What if your job doesn’t just wear you out – but breaks you down emotionally? Many people think workers’ comp only applies to physical injuries. But in New York, it can also cover emotional harm caused by toxic behavior at work. If your job leads to stress, fear or...
Many people associate workplace violence with mass shootings, because those make the news. However, most workplace violence occurs in one-on-one situations. The perpetrator may be a co-worker, customer or a robber. For those who work in hospitals and other medical...