A worker may develop a health condition or disorder because of employment-related factors (occupational disease). The elements the worker is exposed to continually when performing their duties may result in an acute or chronic disease. Here are three elements that...
If you are injured at work in Pennsylvania, workers’ compensation can help cover your expenses. The system is designed to protect employees by providing financial support while they recover. Importantly, workers’ compensation is a no-fault system. Here are some key...
Construction work and other physical jobs make up the bulk of workplace accidents. Nonetheless, office workers also face hazards too. Here are some of the most common causes of office accidents and some preventative measures that all employers should take. Slips,...
One of the most physically demanding tasks nurses perform is lifting and moving patients. While the act of lifting may seem straightforward, it poses significant risks to nurses’ health and safety. In fact, lifting patients significantly contributes to musculoskeletal...
If you are injured while working and are unable to perform any work, you may be eligible for total disability benefits. This way, you can meet your needs while recovering. Here is what to know about total disability benefits: Two-thirds of an employee's weekly wage In...
How often have you been injured at work and decided to take a "wait and see" approach? Unfortunately, that sometimes leads to worsening pain and the realization that you need medical attention. By then, some time has elapsed since sustaining the injury, and you fear...
Road construction workers help to keep the nation’s roadways in good shape. While they provide a vital service, they face significant risks while they’re doing their job duties. It’s up to the employer to provide a safe work environment for these workers. This is...
Workers' compensation benefits are valuable for anyone with a job-related health challenge. If someone cannot work because they get hurt on the job, workers' compensation can help them pay their bills. The benefits available don't fully cover someone's wages but are...
Did you know that nurses actually have one of the highest workplace injury rates out of all professions? People sometimes don’t think of working in a hospital as being particularly dangerous. But the stats show that nurses do get injured quite frequently and there are...
Most U.S. employees are aware that if they get hurt on the job due to an accident, or even a chronic condition caused by work-related circumstances, they likely qualify for workers’ compensation benefits as a result of the harm they’ve suffered. But, what if...