When you’re injured on the job, you rely on workers' compensation to cover medical expenses and lost wages. However, not all claims are approved, and understanding why a claim might be denied can help you avoid common pitfalls. Below, we explore some of the main...
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3 most common injuries among custodial workers
Custodians are the unsung heroes of the American workforce. They work mainly in the background, ensuring cleanliness everywhere they go. If one is absent for more than one day, it quickly becomes noticeable. Unfortunately, custodial workers are at high risk for...
2 tips for reporting a work injury to your employer
If you sustain an injury at work or contract an illness, you may be eligible for workers' compensation benefits. The first step to receiving these benefits is reporting the injury to your employer. You need to be careful when doing this, as some mistakes can...
What makes manufacturing a dangerous career to be in?
You could probably think of many things in response to that question. It involves working with heavy machinery and often in dangerous environments. There are many hazards to be watched out for every day and any number of things that could go wrong while working. ...
Forklift accident prevention
Preventing forklift accidents is crucial for maintaining a safe working environment and protecting the well-being of workers. Forklifts pose significant risks due to their size, weight and the nature of their operations. Learning about how to prevent forklift...
What’s a third-party claim after a workplace injury?
You were injured while working, so you fully expected your workers’ compensation benefits to kick in and take care of your medical needs and give you some replacement wages. However, you never expected to be off work for so long, and the money that you have been...
When motor vehicle collisions are work-related
Millions of Americans travel for work-related reasons on a regular or semi-regular basis. Obviously, truck drivers, delivery personnel and rideshare operators, etc. drive for a living. Others travel as part of their job description. Others are compelled to travel...
Understanding your rights to workers’ compensation
A workplace injury may qualify you for workers' compensation benefits to help meet your living expenses until you resume working. Unfortunately, if your employer refuses to file your workers' compensation claim, you may struggle with mounting bills. However, employers...
How to talk to your doctor about a workplace injury
If you have generally good health, you may see a doctor only once a year for a physical or not at all. Either way, if you sustain an on-the-job injury, you likely need immediate and ongoing medical treatment. In Nebraska, you usually have a right to have your existing...
Do falls pose a big risk to workers?
In Missouri, falls present one of the biggest risks for workers of all sorts. In fact, they are the third leading cause of unintentional deaths related to injuries. While this statistic includes falls at homes, falls at work still prove a big danger. But why is this...