Injuries due to others’ negligence can take a heavy toll on several aspects of the victims’ lives. Not only do victims experience the physical and emotional effects of their injuries, but they also suffer from financial losses. Usually, medical malpractice victims...
Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Blog
What should you do if your wage loss benefits stop?
If you get a work-related injury, you’re entitled to several benefits through Minnesota’s workers’ compensation system. One is wage loss benefits, which cover the wages you lost due to injuries preventing you from returning to work. You’ll receive wage loss benefits...
Does workers’ comp apply to remote employees?
One thing we learned from the pandemic is that many of us can do our jobs from home just as well as we do in the office. The year 2020 proved to businesses that they could be adaptable and taught employees to embrace work-life balance. As more organizations continue...
How can lead poisoning happen to construction workers?
Lead is relatively abundant and easy to process, and it is generally durable and effective at inhibiting corrosion. For these reasons, despite its harmful effects on humans, it continues to see much usage in various industries, including construction. Indeed,...
Can an employer blame a worker for getting hurt on the job?
Workers' compensation benefits take some of the risk out of having a job. Companies would likely have to pay much more to hire people for jobs like construction or hospital work where the risk of injury is very high if workers could end up severely hurt on the job...
Unmasking the silent peril: vibration-induced disorders
In the midst of the clamor of jackhammers and the rumble of heavy machinery, a hidden danger awaits construction workers – vibration-induced disorders. Prolonged exposure to repetitive vibrations can harm their health long-term. These conditions can lead to...
Work-related burn injuries and their risks
Fire is one of the most important natural processes to humanity. It’s used to cook food, shape metal, and generate energy, among many other uses. But fire is also hazardous and can harm even those whose professions heavily rely on it. The National Institute for...
3 steps to take after suffering an injury on the job
Experiencing an injury at work can be overwhelming. The stress can cloud your mind and cause you to lose track of time, especially while recovering. This is why it is important to be aware of what to do when you experience an injury in the workplace. So, what steps...
4 common workplace illnesses in construction
Buildings, housing, transportation systems, and other structures rely heavily on the efforts of construction workers. However, this line of work comes with serious health risks due to consistent exposure to loud noises, toxic chemicals, and intense physical labor....
Vocational rehabilitation services in Minnesota
Workers' compensation benefits help relieve the financial burden of employees who suffer work-related personal injuries and illnesses. It allows an employee to recover lost wages and seek medical treatment while preparing to return to work. However, there are...