An on-the-job injury entitles you to some specific benefits under workers’ compensation. Most employers must carry this insurance to protect itself and its employees. You will make a claim and wait for your benefits to start. It is usually a fairly simple process....
Month: April 2020
2 injured after crane collapses during construction accident
With many construction projects, the use of heavy-duty machines such as cranes may be vital to operations. Unfortunately, working with and around such machines can be somewhat hazardous at times and should a crane collapse, the resulting chaos could pose a significant...
What types of wage benefits are available under workers’ comp?
From musculoskeletal disorders caused by repetitive movement to catastrophic injuries caused by malfunctioning equipment, workers in a wide range of industries face health risks on the job. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2018 there were 2.8 million...
Distraction continues to be a leading cause of car accidents
In the time it takes a driver to look down and read a text message or reach down and change a radio station, a motor vehicle can travel several hundred feet. In a situation in which drivers are unaware of their surroundings for such distances, the chances a collision...