A workplace accident can happen when you least expect it. And when it does, the resulting injuries can range from minor bruises to life-altering injuries. If you sustain an injury at work, you may be eligible for financial restitution through the employer-funded...
Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Blog
Can you get workers’ compensation if you didn’t wear PPE?
Your employer has always gone over the importance of wearing personal protective equipment. You usually wear your PPE, because you don’t want to get hurt and do want to be able to avoid serious injuries in the case of a major accident. Today, you tossed on most of...
Making a mistake doesn’t disqualify you from workers’ comp
If you get injured on the job, your employer may tell you that you made the mistake causing that injury. They may say that you slipped and fell off of the top of the ladder, for instance, so the fault is yours. Or they may claim that you didn't use the power tools...
What injuries could hospitality workers face?
You can find hospitality work wherever you are, regardless of qualifications. While getting a job is relatively easy, the work itself can be hard. If you are not careful, the money you earn could soon be outweighed by medical bills for injuries you pick up on the job....
What are the dangers of construction site trenches?
Trenches are one of the most dangerous aspects of a construction site. When you carry a heavy load, you might struggle to focus on where you place your feet. Or, due to the load’s bulk, you might be unable to see your feet. Depending on the trench’s depth, what is...
Knee injuries at work can be devastating
Your knees are an important part of the body because they’re used for nearly everything you do. The pressure you put on your knees each day is considerable, so an injury to this part of the body can have a profound impact on what you can do. There are many ways that...
How do workers qualify for permanent total disability pay?
Workers in Minnesota can get hurt on the job in any industry. When they do, they can turn to workers' compensation insurance to minimize the financial impact of their injuries. Many workers who need benefits will only need medical coverage. Some workers will need...
Can I appeal a denied workers’ compensation claim?
Accidents happen all the time. If you are hurt as a result of a work-related accident, you may be entitled to financial restitution through your employer’s workers’ compensation program. If everything goes right, the compensation award can go a long way in taking care...
Most Minnesota teen workers have a right to workers’ comp
If your teen has a job after school and on the weekends or is planning to work during summer vacation, you probably assume that their employers don’t have a lot of the same obligations to them that they have to their adult, full-time employees – like providing...
Construction workers must watch out for these 3 common incidents
There are so many unique factors at a construction site that no two projects will create the same kind of risk for the workers involved. Still, federal construction industry safety data shows that there are certain kinds of incidents that are more likely to occur and...
