No one wants to get hurt at work, but if you have been, then it is time to look at the next steps to take. You may want to seek medical care and file a workers’ compensation claim, so you can start recovering and have the financial support that you need. After you’re...
Year: 2020
5 things to know about working a physically demanding job
Many workers like jobs that involve physical labor. They like to get their hands dirty – whether that means working in construction or manufacturing or being a food service employee or cleaning person. Yet physically demanding jobs come with a cost: your body can take...
Immigration status doesn’t impact your right to workers’ comp
Those who live in but were not born in the United States have somewhat different rights than those who were born in the U.S. and reside here. There is a lot of confusion about the differences between the rights of immigrants and natural-born citizens. People often...
What happens to housekeepers who get hurt on the job?
Working as a professional housekeeper or cleaner can be an entry-level job where someone can support themselves and the people they love. Depending on the circumstances, it can be a job with benefits or a company that you own, allowing you to pick your hours and your...
Common types of injuries among construction workers
As a construction worker, you don’t want to think about the fact that you could suffer an injury on the job. However, when you least expect it, something bad could happen. Should you suffer a workplace injury, it’s important to do the following: Stop what you’re doing...
Why you can’t ignore the signs of cumulative trauma on the job
If you work a manually intensive job, such as manufacturing or loading, you likely experience occasional twinges of pain and discomfort as part of your profession. After all, your physical exertion is part of the job, and it's natural to have some negative...