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Thousands of people in Minnesota make their living from working in the construction industry. Construction jobs provide a steady stream of employment and decent pay. Nonetheless, this type of job is widely considered to be one of the most dangerous. Thus, safety...
You were injured at work, and nothing like that has ever happened to you before – so you didn’t realize exactly how important your choice of treating physician would eventually be to your workers’ compensation claim. You went with your employer’s recommended...
Employers use a multitude of different protection systems to try to keep workers safe – or, at least, they are supposed to. The exact types of systems that are necessary depend on the industry itself and the needs of the job. As an employee, it’s important to be...
Yes and no. The COVID-19 pandemic has created countless challenges across the nation in every area of life, and businesses are no exception to these problems. Specifically, in the area of workers’ compensation. Every state has its workers' compensation policy, further...
A workplace accident can prevent you from working for a considerable period as you recover from your injuries. During that time when you cannot work, workers’ compensation benefits can really come through and provide a soft landing. While you may have a valid case, it...
With the ups and downs of the economy over the past few years, many companies have struggled to stay in business. Some haven’t been able to. Of course, employees who have lost their jobs, sometimes with little or no severance pay, are among the biggest casualties....
A denied workers' compensation claim can leave you stressed and in financial straits. Not only will you have to cover your medical costs, but you will likely miss out on wages and other work benefits you would have otherwise recovered under workers’ comp. Here is what...
Other than your home, you probably spend the greatest percentage of your waking hours at work. This means that you’re constantly breathing the air and any contaminants that may be in it. As a result, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) considers...
Minnesota workers who get hurt on the job depend on workers' compensation benefits. The coverage provided by their employer provides them with no-cost medical care and also disability pay until they can get back to work again. If you have already filed a successful...
If you experience an on-the-job injury or illness, it’s important to report the injury immediately. There are deadlines related to when you must report your injury to your employer. Failure to meet the deadlines can cause your claim to be denied. While the deadlines...
