Everything can change in the blink of an eye. When a worker suffers an amputation injury at work, the aftermath is more than just physical — it is an upheaval that affects every aspect of life. Amputations are among the most severe consequences of work-related accidents. These life-altering injuries can occur in various industries, often leaving workers facing a long road to recovery and adaptation to new life circumstances. As you confront this new reality, know that you are not alone. The path to recovery is paved with rights and remedies, and understanding them is the first step toward recl ..read more

Recovering from surgery is challenging in the best of scenarios. Add in the fact that the injury resulted from an accident at work and the need to navigate a workers’ compensation claim – that adds an additional layer of complexity. In Minneapolis, as in the rest of Minnesota, it is important that injured workers follow certain steps to help better ensure that they receive the full range of benefits. #1: How does coverage work? Lawmakers designed workers’ compensation benefits to help provide funds to those injured while on the job. Although the intent is good, the reality does not always meet ..read more

Whether the result of a shocking construction accident or a repetitive motion injury that built over time, those who had to miss work for surgery to address a workplace injury may find themselves facing a discussion with their employer about a return to work. This can trigger a flood of questions. Two of the most important are discussed below. What is my recovery timeline? Before resuming work, acknowledge your body’s need to heal. Your doctor will provide a recovery timeline, which should guide your return to the workplace. Consider the nature of your surgery and expected recovery period as w ..read more

When injury strikes in the workplace, it is not just the physical pain that stings — it is the cascade of frustrations that follow. Suddenly, the injury plunges you into a world where your future is uncertain. One moment you are a cog in the well-oiled machine of your daily routine; the next, the injury leaves you to ponder the safety protocols that should have shielded you from harm. An injury does more than just hurt; it shakes your trust in your workplace — a place the law requires your employers ensure is safe. The injury sidelines you, and the quiet fear of financial instability takes cen ..read more

For employees in the construction industry, it is essential to know about your rights and what might happen if you get hurt on the job, especially in fields like construction where accidents can happen. Let’s look at the most common surgeries that workers might need if they get injured on a construction site. Orthopedic Surgeries: One big type of surgery folks in construction might need is orthopedic surgery. This helps fix problems with bones and muscles, like fractures or torn ligaments. You might need this if you fall off something or lift something heavy and hurt yourself. The doctors use ..read more

You bend to help shift a patient to a new bed and hear a pop in your back followed by excruciating pain; you slip on a liquid left uncleaned off the hallway floor and fall seriously breaking your arm; a patient lashes out physically striking you and causing injury that requires surgical intervention. Each of these potential scenarios are common examples of injuries nurses suffer within the workplace. Another potential example involves a nurse who cares for an ill patient, and the nurse’s family members become ill with the same virus. What happens if a family member suffers lifelong injury or d ..read more

Nurses committed to provide the highest standard of care for their patients put themselves on the front lines, accepting the risks and outright dangers inherent in their daily duties. Year after year, a countless number of these dedicated and diligent professionals are victims of workplace hazards. Data from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) revealed close to 20,000 nonfatal injuries and illnesses to nurses nationwide. Three million RNs are continuously exposed to workplace hazards, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The significant possibility of seri ..read more

In the world of workers’ compensation, injuries resulting from accidents in the workplace are complex and varied. While doctors can treat many of these injuries using conservative measures such as physical therapy or medication, in some instances, the injured worker needs surgical intervention to restore function of the affected body part and alleviate pain. There are certain surgical procedures associated with workers’ compensation claims that are more common than others, including the following. Arthroscopic surgery This type of surgery is minimally invasive and commonly used for joint-relat ..read more

Registered nurses are considered by many to be the unsung heroes of the medical industry. While doctors receive accolade after accolade, the approximately three million RNs in the United States work in their respective trades, focusing on quality patient care. With the job comes risks, particularly serious injuries that could sideline or end a career. Physical damage can take many forms and include: Overexertion/bodily injuries –Considered the most common injuries in the nursing profession at approximately 50 percent of nursing staff, particularly to RNs 45 to 54 years old. Over time, nurses w ..read more

A nurse may feel her back give out after lifting a large patient and moving them to a new bed, a trucker after helping to unload cargo, or a construction worker when shifting equipment. Whatever the exact cause of the injury, low-back pain is one of the most common and expensive causes of workers’ compensation claims throughout the country. Although common, these injuries are difficult to treat and often require surgical intervention. It is helpful for those who experience these types of injuries to keep these three things in mind when working through the treatment process. #1: The procedure l ..read more