Workers' compensation benefits can provide a financial safety net if you suffer a workplace accident that affects your ability to resume normal work duties. However, making certain mistakes during the claims process can harm your ability to receive these benefits....
Workers across the nation have many rights. Some of these rights include protection from an unsafe work environment. This would mean that workers are protected from discriminatory actions or harassment. Workers are also protected from retaliation from an employer if a...
No matter your job, you likely do many of the same motions throughout your shift. Unfortunately, those repetitive physical movements can cause wear and tear on your muscles and joints over time. Since no specific accident occurred to cause your injury, you may wonder...
When you are injured at work, you may be eligible for workers' compensation benefits. In Pennsylvania, workers should be compensated when they are disabled by a work-related injury or disease. However, it will help to be informed to increase the chances of your claim...
Whether you work in a notoriously dangerous industry or one that is relatively safe in nature, you could end up sustaining occupational harm while executing your job-related duties. You could suffer acute injury due to an accident-related injury or become ill due to...
There are many variables to consider when a workplace injury occurs. The severity of the injury is going to have a drastic impact on how much it costs, for example. Those who have been injured on the job need to have some understanding of how much their injuries are...
Amazon's image as a caring employer has been deeply tarnished in recent years by allegations that it puts timing and profits ahead of employee safety – and the latest allegations certainly aren’t improving things. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the...
Large retailers don't necessarily offer the best pay, but they do provide consistent employment for those who reliably show up to do their jobs. Plenty of people start or end their careers at businesses like Walmart where they can perform lower-demand job tasks and...
Forklifts are crucial pieces of equipment in some industries. Anyone who operates a forklift should have the proper training to increase the likelihood of doing so safely. Around 1 million forklifts are in operation in this country, and there are around 1.5 million...
Whenever workplace fatalities experience an increase, it’s a cause for concern. However, a recent report from the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is giving more pause than usual – largely because the numbers paint a grim picture. According to...