People who work in the back of house of a restaurant have to work at a fast pace and often face risks that can lead to significant injuries. The back-of-house area includes the food prep area, dishwashing station, kitchen and other workspaces. Workers in the back of...
Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
How workers’ compensation can support grieving families
Most people associate workers' compensation benefits with work injuries. If a manufacturing professional breaks an arm or injures their knee at work, workers' compensation helps them. They receive medical benefits that can pay for their treatment. If they must take...
Vibration syndrome: A painful and debilitating work injury hazard
In the realm of occupational hazards, vibration injuries often fly under the radar. However, they can have serious consequences for those affected, especially in industries like construction, mining and forestry. Vibration syndrome, also known as vibration white...
Why do some machines use two-hand controls?
For some types of heavy machinery, an operator cannot simply flip a switch to turn the machine on. There are two controls that they have to use simultaneously. For example, there may be two buttons situated roughly three feet apart, and the operator has to push both...
Understanding the dangers of forklift accidents
Forklifts are among the most common forms of heavy machinery used in industrial facilities, shipping warehouses, retail, waste management and manufacturing. They are typically used for transporting heavy loads, which can improve workflow and reduce labor costs, back...
Which industries are most prone to occupational overuse injuries?
Repetitive motions or forceful exertions can damage your body’s musculoskeletal system over time, leading to what is known as occupational overuse injuries. Unfortunately, your risk for this type of injury is higher if you work in an industry that calls for frequent...
Baker’s Knee: Who is at risk and why?
“Baker’s knee” is a painful condition that commonly afflicts workers who have physically demanding jobs. Also called a “Baker cyst,” this condition is caused by a buildup of excess fluid in the popliteal bursa area behind the knee, which helps cushion the knee during...
Why work-related foot injuries may benefit from compensation
Work-related foot injuries are more common than many people realize and can significantly impact a worker’s ability to perform their job and maintain their livelihood. Given the consequential role that someone’s feet play in their daily functioning, workers suffering...
Is workers’ comp awarded for repetitive stress injuries?
Repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) may develop when an employee performs the same – or very similar – motions repeatedly over time, causing damage to muscles, tendons and/or nerves. Common examples of RSIs include carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis and back strain,...
Is healthcare one of the most dangerous industries?
The answer to that question depends on your interpretation of 'dangerous.' Some industries, such as construction, forestry, hunting and fishing, have the highest death rates. However, when it comes to the most nonfatal injuries and illnesses requiring days away from...


