One of the most common pieces of advice given to those who have suffered from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is that they should not go to sleep. Their friends or family members who are with them may be instructed by medical professionals to keep them awake. Letting...
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Workplace brain injuries and the challenge of complete healing
Many workplace injuries will heal with time and proper treatment, but brain injuries don’t always fall into this category. If you suffered a brain injury on the job, achieving full healing can be something of a challenge. It is not always possible, even with high-end...
Study indicates that mental overload causes work-related harm
Oftentimes, when academic studies make headlines, they confirm truths that have been long suspected. This was certainly the case recently when a Statistics Netherlands study clearly linked the challenges with so-called “mental overload” with the prevalence of...
3 injuries you can sustain following a fall at work
Every workplace has its share of hazards. Most often, there is no forewarning or time to prepare for the workplace accidents like slips and falls. Still, even with the best safety measures in place, a slip-and-fall accident can still happen. And the resulting injuries...
When a workplace accident results in an amputation
An accident at your job can lead to an amputation which can significantly affect the direction and trajectory of your career. It may be physically impossible to discharge your usual duties after losing a limb, and you might require long-term medical care and some...
Common work-related burn injuries
Naturally, burns are most commonly associated with fires. However, there are a lot of different sources of heat and some burns don’t even arise from a direct heat source. The severity of burns can also vary depending on the circumstances. While some vocations involve...
How do workers cope with limb loss?
Losing a limb in a workplace accident will obviously be catastrophic. Yet people sometimes underestimate the full effect it can have on your life. Here are some things to consider if you suffer an amputation of any kind at work: You might no longer feel whole Many...
What is the most dangerous industry?
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...
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...
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...