If you’re considering the risks your face at work, it’s worth thinking about the industry that you work in and the inherent dangers that simply come with that job. Any worker can be injured, even in the tamest office setting, but it is certainly true that some...
The Impact of a TBI on Your Life and Loved Ones
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a very serious health concern. If not treated in time, a TBI can get worse as bleeding continues to put pressure on the brain. TBIs can be particularly difficult to treat and can cause permanent health issues for the person with the...
Can a TBI make you slur your words?
If you suffer a head injury on the job, it's important to know if it's a traumatic brain injury. Unfortunately, many of these injuries are simply internal injuries, so you may not be aware of how bad the situation is right at first. That's why it's so important to...
Three major mistakes workers make on ladders
As you strive to be a safe employee who doesn’t get injured on the job, it’s important to know the type of mistakes other individuals sometimes make, leading to serious injuries. By considering these cases, you may be able to avoid such mistakes yourself. Many workers...
How much protection do hardhats offer?
More often than not, hardhats are utilized on construction sites. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), it is essential that carpenters, electricians, welders, plumbers and construction workers are provided with this equipment. Why is...
A Historical Workers’ Compensation Settlement of $13.2 Million Dollars Raises the Bar for Catastrophically Injured Workers in California
Seeking a better life for his family, Rafael Pineda agreed to relocate more than 200 miles from his wife and three children to work on an industrial project in Long Beach, California. On 12/07/17, this 30-year-old iron worker was struck by a car while riding to work...
Death benefits from a fatal workplace accident
When a worker dies in the line of duty, family members lose more than a loved one. They also lose a provider who may have been the sole breadwinner. Without a stable and assured source of income, it could leave them financially vulnerable, and life may never be the...
3 long-term consequences of a spinal cord injury
If you suffer an injury to your spinal cord, the physical consequences may be permanent. The specific medical prognosis for a spinal cord injury depends on its location and severity. Those with incomplete injuries may be able to regain some lost function or sensation,...
3 questions you may find yourself asking after a TBI
You may suffer a traumatic brain injury at work, but that doesn't mean that the impact to your life is going to be exclusively contained to your workplace. A TBI can actually affect all sorts of areas in your life and may change your entire future. It's important to...
The many ways traumatic brain injuries affect workers
If you suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) while on the job, your life could change in many different ways. The more severe the injury was, the more post-injury problems and complications you could face. Sometimes, these consequences mean that there is no path back...