Working in a hospital as a nurse may not seem like a dangerous profession. However, job injury statistics make it clear that nurses are at elevated risk of getting hurt due to their employment when compared with most other professionals. There are more hospital...
In Minnesota, workers' compensation benefits for an injured employee are calculated using a clear formula based on the employee's wages. Average Weekly Wage The formula is the employee's "average weekly wage" times two-thirds. The Average Weekly Wage (AWW) is...
Working in healthcare requires education and people skills. It also requires a degree of physical fitness. Nurses, personal care assistants (PCAs) and other professionals providing hands-on support to the medically vulnerable can easily hurt themselves when lifting or...
Most people don’t immediately think of the service sector when discussing high-risk professions. However, thousands of service sector employees get hurt at work every year. Many others acquire job-related medical conditions. Some of the workplace safety hazards that...
If you experience an injury as a result of your work, you might wonder how long you can get workers' compensation benefits. Knowing this is important because it helps you plan your finances and recovery. How long do medical benefits last in Minnesota? In Minnesota,...
The law in Minnesota imposes numerous obligations on employers. For example, companies typically need to carry workers' compensation insurance coverage to protect employees from work injuries. Even part-time and seasonal workers are eligible for workers' compensation...
If you work as a CNA, you’re aware of the stress and strain the job causes to your body. The physical requirements of your job can lead to injuries that can put you out of work until you recover. These injuries could be mild or serious, depending on the circumstances...
Being involved in an accident at work can be a devastating experience, and any injuries you suffer in the process could affect your ability to carry out job tasks for extended periods. Preparing to navigate the recovery period can also be stressful in nature,...
There are a multitude of professions in which workers may be required to perform the same tasks and motions for hours each day. While this might not seem harmful at first glance, repetitive motions can place significant strain on your body over time and increase your...
When you go to work, you are likely not thinking of being at risk for injury or illness. You may assume that your job is safe, and while you may not be doing physical labor or tasks that require exertion, you could still find your health suffering as a result of your...