Staying healthy requires looking after your mind and body. While people talk about jobs keeping them physically and mentally active, that same job could end up damaging your health. You probably know you can claim workers’ compensation insurance if you suffer a...
Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Blog
You can fight back against a denied Minnesota workers’ comp claim
When you get hurt on the job or find yourself unable to work because of a job-acquired illness, workers' compensation should help protect you. Your employer has to carry insurance specifically to protect you from injuries and illnesses related to your employment. If...
Common head injuries among construction workers
Unfortunately, head injuries are quite common in the construction industry. In fact, studies rank construction jobs as some of the most dangerous occupations for suffering traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). While construction jobs pay well and are readily available, the...
How do I prove that my injury or illness is work-related?
An injury that you suffer in the workplace or in the course of work is likely covered by workers’ compensation. As such, proving such an injury ought to be pretty straightforward. However, an injury that occurs over time or as a result of exposure to certain...
What if you’re told to do an excessively dangerous task?
In some professions, you have to take risks. Construction workers know that they’re in danger when working at heights, for instance, or when using power tools. You cannot always avoid these risks. That said, there are often safeguards in place to reduce the risk....
Depth can be as dangerous as height on a construction site
When you try to identify risk factors on a construction site, most people will talk about heights. Working at significant elevations can be dangerous, and falls are one of the leading causes of death among construction workers and a major cause of injury. However, it...
Types of toxic gases in the workplace
The workplace can be a dangerous place in Minnesota. It is not uncommon for workers to encounter toxic chemicals or harmful gases that could lead to health problems and workers' compensation claims. In this blog post, we will discuss the different types of toxic gases...
What benefits are collectible under workersʼ compensation?
Immediately after a workplace incident, your main focus may be on getting treatment for yourself or even cleaning up the scene so that work can resume. It is only after you go to the doctor and find out how extensive your injuries are that you start to worry about...
What you need to know about workers’ compensation in Minnesota
Workers' compensation is a form of insurance for employees injured in the line of duty. It provides medical benefits and wage replacement in case of an accident in exchange for waiving the right to sue your employer for your workplace injuries. Under Minnesota laws,...
Handling asbestos at work can lead to illness decades later
Workplace illnesses develop for many different reasons. Someone who handles radioactive materials could develop cancer, while someone who works in a hospital could acquire the same infection that their patients have through direct exposure or due to handling...
