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The construction industry is often labeled as one of the most dangerous that a person can work in. It does lead to the most fatal accidents every year, and there are many construction workers who suffer serious but survivable injuries. Part of the reason for the...
How bad can a simple slip, trip and fall be when you’re in an office? The answer is “pretty bad.” It may surprise you to learn that falls are the number one type of office accident and the number one cause of disabling injuries among office workers. Although most...
Every workplace has its share of hazards and hazards. When these hazards lead to injuries or an illness while advancing your employer’s interests, you may be eligible for financial restitution through a workers’ compensation claim. However, workers’ compensation...
Janitors maintain the upkeep of the inside and outside of buildings as well as make any needed repairs. Though their jobs aren’t as hazardous as construction or oil rigging, janitorial work is not without risks. In 2018, janitors and cleaners in the private sector had...
Different factors can cause work-related injuries. Thus, you don't need to be exposed to hazardous elements or perform heavy duties to be involved in a workplace accident. Disregarded factors like lighting can lead you to file a workers' compensation claim. Here is...
There is a common misconception that only workers who are hurt as a result of onsite accidents are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. In truth, eligible workers who sustain physical occupational harm of any kind tend to be entitled to benefits, regardless of...
Whether you work as a healthcare provider or a construction worker, a salesperson or a teacher, you are at risk of sustaining occupational harm. You could slip on wet flooring while entering your place of employment or severely strain your back while lifting something...
Every career comes with unique risks. Those who work in professional kitchens could suffer severe injuries when chopping food or cooking over an open flame. People working in manufacturing facilities could end up injured by a machine press or by forklifts moving...
Everyone who owns a vehicle has to see a mechanic once in a while. However, mechanics are often underappreciated for their work. Many people don’t realize that mechanics have many risks in their occupations. When mechanics are injured at work, they can suffer medical...
Are you employed as a solid waste collector in Pennsylvania? Your work is invaluable to your neighbors and community, but it could harm your well-being. According to a report by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the rate of waste...
