Construction sites are filled with various hazards, many of which can’t be completely avoided. Because of this, construction companies must take steps to minimize the risks to the construction workers. One particularly troublesome risk is falling objects. These can...
A workplace injury can interrupt your income and create medical uncertainty. However, small mistakes before filing a workers’ compensation claim in New York can reduce benefits or lead to delays. Missing the 30-day employer notice rule New York law mandates injured...
Serious on-the-job injuries frequently follow specific incidents. Another worker might knock something over or a piece of equipment might malfunction, for example, resulting in immediate injuries. Other times, how a worker moves while performing their job can cause...
On-the-job incidents can be catastrophic in some cases. If a worker ends up struck by a piece of moving equipment, exposed to dangerous chemicals in an industrial incident or injured in a car crash while on the clock, they could sustain injuries that forever alter...
Workers face a plethora of injuries while they’re on the job, even if they work in a field that’s considered safe. One of the common types of injuries is those related to repetitive strain. These injuries are caused by ongoing physical stress, sustained postures and...
Many workers don’t realize that waiting too long to take action after a workplace injury can jeopardize their workers’ compensation benefits. Even small lapses in timing can give insurers a reason to question your claim, slow down payments or even deny benefits...
When a workplace injury occurs, the immediate concern is often physical recovery. You likely soon realize the secondary crisis: financial survival. In New York, workers' compensation is designed to keep you afloat, but understanding the gap between your previous...
Tennis elbow is an injury that largely affects the tendons and muscles on the outside of the elbow. If you feel the joint with your opposite fingers, there is a small bony protrusion. Tendons run over this area, allowing for specific movements. When they become...
Driving a commercial truck is an inherently dangerous profession. The more time that people spend on the road, the greater their chances of experiencing a crash. Although truck drivers must undergo specialized education and adhere to strict rules, they can still end...
When you get hurt at work, you expect the insurance company to take your report seriously. Yet many workers discover the opposite. Instead of support, they face doubt, delays or flat-out denials. Because this tactic is common, it helps to understand why it happens and...