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Despite stricter safety regulations and precautions, falls remain a leading cause of injury and death for construction workers in the Minnesota area and across the country. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2016, 849 construction workers lost their...
Depending on the industry you are a part of in Minnesota, your job may require you to wear protective gear to keep you safe from hazards in the workplace. Occupational diseases for example, can affect your breathing and skin among other things, but skin-related...
For many Minnesota construction companies, the safety and protection of their employees is a reigning priority. However, there are still times when due to human error, equipment malfunction or environmental hazards, workers are put at risk and accidents happen....
Most workers in Minnesota are aware they are entitled to worker's compensation for physical injuries that result from the job, but many are not aware that depression may also be covered. While proving this condition is related to work can be more challenging, it is...
When it comes to workers’ compensation benefits, you might think they only apply when you suffer injuries in a workplace accident in the Saint Paul area. After all, many incidents that occur on the job involve falls, repetitive strain and stress. What you might not...
Knowing that workers' compensation insurance is available to cover the costs of an injury and some of lost wages can relieve much of the anxiety a worker feels after an on-the-job accident in Minnesota. However, there are situations when the insurance denies coverage...
As you walked across the building where you work in Minnesota, your shoe hit a slick spot, and you fell backward, hitting your head. After the stars cleared, you were glad that no one was around to see you fall. At Fellman Law Office, we often advise workers on the...
If you operate a forklift at your Minnesota workplace, you should have already received training specific to this type of motor vehicle. In fact, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration acknowledges a number of risks that frequently lead to on-the-job...
When people think of Minnesota, taconite mines probably are not the first things that come to their minds. Nevertheless, taconite mining is big business in Minnesota, employing thousands of miners and ancillary workers. The dark side of this is that our taconite...
The prevalence of workplace accidents is no secret, especially in high-risk industries such as construction, manufacturing and health care. The sad part is that although these occupations are dangerous, most accidents are completely avoidable. OSHA is responsible for...