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Overexertion causes around 22% of all work-related injuries, making it the largest contributor to workers’ compensation costs, with an estimated $14 billion every year. Data from the General Social Survey shows that people are twice as likely to report they are exhausted now compared to 20 years ago. Around 50% of people their exhaustion is … Read more
A hospital is one of the most hazardous places to work. Nurses and nursing assistants statistically have a more dangerous job than workers in construction or manufacturing. Nurses and other healthcare workers suffer workplace injuries and illnesses at almost twice the national average rate. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there was a total … Read more
Though it may not seem like a high-risk industry, there are several common injuries carpet industry workers may experience. When most people think about dangerous jobs, they may imagine construction workers or police officers. However, many dangers come with working in other industries, such as the carpet industry. In fact, this industry has one of … Read more
Working in hot weather can make existing health conditions worse, impair a worker’s judgment, and lead to dehydration. Understandably, many people love summertime. The weather is warm, the sun is out, and an overall sense of happiness is in the air. However, while summertime may be a great time for picnics and vacations, it can … Read more
An unsafe work environment is usually a sign of a deeper problem, like poor management or an overworked team. Working in an unsafe environment is not only a threat to your safety, it can also harm your mental health and diminish productivity. You should never tolerate threats to your safety, so here are a few … Read more
If you have diabetes and are in the process of pursuing workers’ compensation, it makes sense to wonder if diabetes could affect your claim. This article will discuss how diabetes can impact your claim and provide insight into what steps you can take if the insurance company uses your diabetes as an excuse to deny … Read more