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...
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Is the air at work actually safe?
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...
How does workers’ compensation help if you must change jobs?
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...
Why you need to report a workplace accident immediately
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...
Will a fall arrest system prevent injury?
As an employee who has to work at heights, you're constantly aware that you could be injured in a fall. Maybe you are a window washer, a roofer or a cable repairman. You have to use ladders frequently, or you have to work in elevated positions, and that increases your...
Common workplace injuries in the retail industry
The retail industry is the largest private-sector employer in the country. It helps to drive the economy and supports over 52 million jobs. In Minnesota, retail supports about 25% of all jobs. While retail seems like a relatively safe industry to work in, employees...
Should you let your employer know about the workplace accident?
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...
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....