Being in the medical field as a nurse, paramedic, doctor, lab technician or other medical professional is immensely beneficial to communities. Medical professionals are there to help people suffering from medical conditions and injuries. However, despite working in the medical field, health care workers are at risk of serious injuries and medical conditions. A medical professional who is injured or develops an illness while working may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits are meant to help injured or ill workers get the necessary medical coverage necessary to recover ..read more

You may be entitled to certain benefits after a workplace accident under the workers’ compensation scheme, like medical coverage and a portion of your missed wages when you cannot work. However, this is not guaranteed, as you must go through the necessary procedures to secure these benefits. The claims process essentially begins right after you suffer a workplace accident, and it’s crucial to do everything right to avoid jeopardizing your claim. Here are some common mistakes that you should avoid for a desirable outcome. Not reporting the injury promptly Report your injury to your employer imm ..read more

In the hospitality industry, workers face many potential hazards that can lead to minor and severe injuries. This sector includes hotels, restaurants, resorts and similar establishments. It requires employees to perform various duties, each of which can be risky in its own way. Understanding these hospitality hazards is crucial so these hard workers can more effectively safeguard their interests and enjoy a safer working environment. Physical hazards One of the most common risk categories in the hospitality industry involves physical hazards. Employees are frequently required to lift heavy obj ..read more

Sometimes, slipping or tripping over something is a minor mishap and causes embarrassment if anyone sees it. What you may not realize is that slips, trips and falls are one of the leading causes of workplace injuries. Understanding the causes and prevention strategies can help create a safer work environment for everyone. Significant impact on workers’ comp claims Slips, trips and falls contribute to approximately 20% of workers’ compensation claims. These incidents can occur in any workplace but are more prevalent in service-providing industries. These accidents can result in serious injuries ..read more

Registered nurses in Minnesota are essential to the smooth operation of healthcare facilities such as hospitals and physicians' offices. Yet, while being a medical professional may be gratifying, it is also risky at the same time. Particularly in the U.S., there is a substantial risk of job injuries for nurses. Despite their importance, employers often neglect the safety of the nurses they employ. That’s why nurses need to be aware of common work-related injuries that could pose a risk to their health. Types of workplace injuries nurses face According to the 2019 Bureau of Labor Statistics (BL ..read more

Workers’ compensation is a government-mandated program that helps workers who sustain injuries in their line of work receive the financial support they need. The U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) has established four classifications of workers’ compensation to help ensure workers receive the kind of financial support customized to their specific needs. 1. Medical insurance Medical insurance is a fundamental category of workers’ compensation that can ensure employees receive adequate healthcare coverage for work-related injuries. It covers a spectrum of healthcare needs, from immediate injury tr ..read more

In the warehousing industry, the physical demands on workers are immense. One critical issue that often goes unnoticed is the risk of repetitive stress injuries (RSIs). If you’re a warehouse employee, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with the most common causes of repetitive stress injuries. With this information, you can take proactive steps to help protect yourself from injury and even pursue workers’ compensation benefits if you get injured. What are repetitive stress injuries (RSIs)? Repetitive stress injuries are muscle and skeletal conditions caused by the repetition of specific move ..read more

If you’re that parent of a teen who works part-time after school and on weekends or maybe full-time during summer and other school breaks, you might not have given much thought to what would happen if they suffered an injury or medical condition due to their work. Teens and young adult workers, however, are among those most likely to be injured in the workplace for a host of reasons – inexperience, lack of training and fearlessness among them. If your teen is injured seriously enough to require medical treatment and maybe some time off work, they are entitled to the same workers’ compensation ..read more

There is a lot of casual restaurant work available at this time of year. Eateries are full to bursting as people head out to celebrate, and seasonal bouts of flu mean some staff call in sick. So, if you need a little extra cash, it’s a great opportunity to make some. Yet, if you get injured on the job, you could find the negative consequences far outweigh any financial benefit you hoped to gain. Busy periods of food service mean that kitchen and front-of-house staff are exhausted. They may have been working extra shifts to cover others as well as doing a bit of celebrating themselves. Fatigue ..read more

Usually, when you consider work-related health issues, you think of physical injuries. Meanwhile, mental health conditions usually don’t spring to mind; however, it’s been found that there is a direct link between the workplace and Minnesota employees’ mental health. Understanding the link between work and mental health In some cases, a worker may already have a mental health condition; if the workplace environment is negative, it could adversely affect them. For example, an employee struggling with depression may find their symptoms exacerbated if they are exposed to discrimination or harassm ..read more