Many people think about physical hazards, such as lacerations and amputations, when they’re thinking about the risks of factory work. They may not realize that hearing loss is also a significant hazard that can occur. Employers need to set protocols in place to...
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What should you know about falls from scaffolds?
Falls from scaffolds are a serious workplace hazard that can lead to severe injuries, long hospital stays and even death. Whether you're a construction worker, site manager or just someone curious about workplace safety, understanding the risks and outcomes of...
Types of workplace accidents that may cause paralysis
Workplace accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, some of which can have life-altering consequences. One of the most serious potential outcomes of a workplace injury is paralysis, which can occur when the spinal cord or nervous system is damaged. The effects...
California workers’ compensation for permanent disability
At best, an occupational injury serious enough to warrant a workers' compensation claim is inconvenient – at worst, it results in death or permanent disability. Workers may face various injuries that can lead to long-term impairments and affect their ability to work...
What if an employer questions the origins of a work injury?
Every job comes with a degree of risk, as workers can sustain injuries or develop illnesses because of their employment. The workers' compensation program protects employees from job hazards damaging their health and finances. Should a worker get hurt on the job or...
What happens during post-amputation rehabilitation?
Losing a limb is not a small matter, and the healing process takes a lot of work in rehabilitation. During rehabilitation, which could be either at home or in a specialized facility, you are guided by specialists throughout the process, helping you adjust to the new...
Why seasonal workers are uniquely at risk for serious injuries
During the winter holidays, a lot of retailers wouldn’t survive without an influx of seasonal workers. This year alone, retailers are expected to hire up to 650,000 temporary workers to get through. Unfortunately, seasonal workers are particularly vulnerable to...
How does hemiplegia from a workplace injury affect your future?
Workplaces are ideally supposed to be safe places where you can earn your due and get a better life for yourself and your loved ones. However, accidents happen, and some may lead to injuries that can have life-altering impacts. One of these life-altering impacts from...
What you should know about crush injuries
Crush injuries are basically what the name suggests. They’re injuries that occur when a person’s body or body part is stuck in between two objects. This could be anything from a rogue electric cart or forklift running into someone and pinning them against a wall to a...
What you should know about disability ratings and work injuries
A disability rating is a percentage that reflects the extent to which your work-related injuries have permanently impacted your ability to compete for and retain employment in the labor market. It is crucial when determining the level of your disability and benefits...