Workers’ Compensation

The American Medical Association's Council on Science and Public Health presented their report regarding issues with the body mass index (BMI) classification system to the Association’s annual meeting in Chicago this year. The report and resulting policy changes are...

As cannabis legalization continues to spread nationwide, the impact on workplaces dealing with a growing number of staff members under the influence continues to grow. Challenges exist in the increasing use and the effect on employees, not to mention their ability to...

The workers’ compensation insurance system is a program that functions to provide financial aid to those who suffer injuries and face financial hardships after a work-related incident. Following a similar experience, you might find that pursuing aid through similar...

Suffering injuries during a work-related accident can be a daunting experience that could trigger various challenges in life. Along with the costs of seeking medical care, your injuries may also force you to miss out on wages while you recover. The combination of...

While some types of workplace safety hazards may be somewhat apparent in nature, others might prove more difficult to detect at times. If your job requires you to perform the same tasks over and over for hours on end, you might not be aware of the strain similar...

You rely on your physical capabilities to do your job, earn your paycheck and support your family. In the event that you suffer an injury at work, you could find yourself unable to earn a living and provide for your loved ones. This can be devastating, especially if...

Those who work in the health care industry face various challenges when they go to work. They face the possibility of sickness, emotional duress and even physical harm. One of the most common ways nurses and other types of health care professionals may face physical...

Workplace accidents continue to occur at an alarming rate, and just the idea of suffering injuries while on the job can be a daunting concept. Such an incident could leave you with serious injuries that disrupt your ability to perform job-related tasks, and loss of...

If you suffer an injury during the course of your normal work activities or if you become ill because of conditions in the workplace, what is the most appropriate course of action you should take? Certainly, seeking medical attention as soon as possible is advisable,...

As an employee, you have the right to certain types of help and support in the event you find yourself injured in a work accident. After a work injury, you will need to know what steps you need to take to protect your interests and secure the financial help you need...