Workers’ compensation benefits are typically available for people who suffer an injury at work even if they were in part responsible for the injury. This means a worker who wasn’t exercising the caution they should have generally isn’t denied benefits as long as they...
There’s no question that workplace violence has become an increasing problem throughout the country. While the incidents that make the news typically involve mass shootings, most workplace violence is one-on-one. Workplace violence can take many forms. Such violence...
Employment laws in New York require that businesses carry workers' compensation coverage for direct-hire employees. That coverage protects workers from the risks inherent in their professions. Part-time and seasonal workers, as well as long-term permanent employees,...
Traumatic brain injuries can occur in a variety of situations, including slip-all-fall incidents. For those who suffer from traumatic brain injuries, there is often a long road to recovery. Understanding the basics of these injuries may help victims and their loved...
Some medical conditions cause challenges years after someone's initial injury. Pre-existing medical conditions often cause financial complications for individuals in need of medical treatment through their health insurance or other benefits. People often assume that...
People in the nursing field know that they will have to work hard on each shift. They understand that caring for patients is taxing on the body. Most will also assume that the medical facility they work for will provide them with a safe work environment. Some hazards...
As a blue-collar worker, your body is one of your primary tools for work. If you get hurt, it will be much more difficult than usual for you to fulfill your job responsibilities. The more significant your injury is, the bigger the impact it will have on your work. In...