Workers’ Compensation

Working as a nurse, you’re around patients all the time. You help them get up out of bed, go to the restroom and perform other important tasks, like checking medications and supporting the patient if they are upset or in pain. In this role, it is common to have to...

Much has been made over the years about the obesity epidemic in the United States. It's a problem because those who reach this level could run into serious health complications. It's also a problem because the average person’s weight just keeps trending up. For...

Workplace injuries come in various forms. One type of injury that warrants further consideration is injuries to the eyes.  Employees are at risk of eye injuries, particularly if they work in manual fields such as construction, woodwork and factory operations. What are...

If you work in a factory or a manufacturing plant, you may constantly be using hydraulic presses and other large machines. These are very helpful and necessary in your industry, but they also pose a significant level of risk. One way that manufacturers of these...

According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, health care workers suffer more injuries than any other profession. What are the main causes of injuries among health care workers, and what can you do if one of those injuries happens to you?...

People who work in the manufacturing industry face many hazards when they’re doing their job. They often work around moving parts, chemicals and other dangers. Employers must ensure they’re doing everything possible to keep workers safe. More than 100,000 workers in...

If you were working and suffered an injury on the job, you may be able to receive workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation is designed to provide wage-loss benefits, coverage for medical expenses and vocational rehabilitation to those who suffer injuries while...