COVID-19 cases have been increasing all throughout the state but are especially prevalent in rural areas such as our own Hibbing, MN. These cases are being commonly found in nursing homes and care centers, with cases amongst the residents and the staff alike. Many of...
Do you have pain, tingling or a numb sensation in your arms or hands? Does your job involve repetitive tasks like typing or assembling? You might have carpal tunnel syndrome. What is carpal tunnel syndrome? The carpal tunnel is a passageway in your wrist made of bone...
Several recent news stories reported that close to 200 police officers have applied for PERA disability benefits and likely workers' compensation benefits too. These applications coincided with the protests in the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd and calls to...
In response to more than 60,000 distracted driving accidents from 2014 through 2018, Minnesota established a new hands-free law in 2019. The state now prohibits drivers from touching their phone or device, using the internet, and reading or sending texts or emails...
You may be quick to place the blame when a coworker or your employer is directly responsible for your workplace injury. On the other hand, you may be reluctant to report an injury if your actions played a role in the accident. Fortunately, the workers’ compensation...
People who work even a few feet off of the ground run the risk of suffering serious injuries in a fall. Fall harnesses may not make a fall any less likely, but they can help prevent catastrophic injuries or even death. You can take some steps to ensure that you...
A huge concern for workers who are considered essential employees that continue to work during the pandemic is what will happen to them if they contract coronavirus at work. The short answer is, if you are an essential worker and you are placed at an increased risk of...
Having to file a workers' compensation claim is not an ideal situation. After all, it means you got injured on the job, which likely required medical care and resulted in lost wages. Filing a claim is a rather straightforward process in Minnesota. That is the easiest...
As someone who works in the mining industry, no one needs to tell you that it is difficult and dangerous work. But it is helpful to always be aware of the hazards and risks you face at your job. In 2017, there were more than 4,000 nonfatal mining injuries. Reducing...
Summertime is quickly approaching, which means it is time for picnics, barbeques and road trips. But it is also a dangerous time to be on the road. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, traffic fatalities peak in the summer months. The months with...