A mention of work-related injuries paints a picture of a job site, especially a construction or manufacturing plant. But did you know that not all work-related accidents happen on the job, specifically in a building? Today, we’ll look at one such accident – Car accidents. Car Accidents As Work-Related Accidents According to The Centers for […]
Usually, when we hear post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), we think about veterans unable to assimilate back into society. However, PTSD can result from traumatic experiences or injuries at work. In some cases, this can also make one eligible for worker’s compensation. But showing the connection between work and PTSD can be challenging. With that in […]
Are you a worker who has had a back injury recently? Well, good news because you can use the workers’ compensation insurance program and avail some monetary benefits or medical aid yourself. The condition is that the injury must have occurred either during work or while doing some work-related activities. Employers who have at least […]
When you talk about job site hazards, physical injuries caused by unprotected falling, or perhaps a restricted zone you might walk into, come to mind. But some dangers can only be felt and not seen. Suicidal thoughts, anxiety, and depression are equally dangerous to workers’ safety as any other hazards. But due to lack of […]
The pain of any kind causes a great disturbance in one’s life. While many people turn to high-dose pain killers and injections to relieve their pain rapidly, some look for other suitable alternatives. Pain can generally be categorized into two types; acute and chronic. Acute pain is a sharp, intense sensation of pain that one […]
A chiropractor is a trained professional specializing in treating many physiological problems using hand techniques and prescribing different exercises. The field of chiropractors remains intact due to their belief in the power of diagnosis and treatment without drugs or any invasive procedure. A widespread belief in a group of chiropractors is that treatment through drugs […]
If you have been injured, you may want to get back on your feet as soon as you can. It can be frustrating to have to cut down on your physical activities or even spend several days or weeks in bed as you heal. However, not doing this can result in making your injuries worse, […]
Workers’ comp laws come into play if you are injured on the job, but that may not be the only benefit that comes into play. FMLA, which is short for the Family Medical Leave Act, provides qualifying employees to take up to 12 weeks off of work for illness, injury, and other specific health issues. […]
Heat stroke occurs when you overheat, and it is a major concern for those who work outdoors during the summer in areas where the temperature climbs into the triple digits. If you work in these conditions and suffer from heat stroke, you may be able to file a worker’s comp claim for any medical expenses […]
If you die due to an accident related to your job, you want to know that your family is protected. New York workers’ compensation laws do lay out how death benefits are awarded and what your family will receive. Here is some basic information about how New York provides for the families of those who […]
