Foot injuries can result in severe pain, decreased productivity and can even lead to long-term disabilities. Foot injuries are one of the common workplace injuries. Every year, more than 53,000 workers suffer job-related foot injuries. When they happen, foot injuries result in significant pain, decreased productivity and can even lead to long-term disabilities. While foot … Read more
Though older workers are often less likely to suffer from a workplace injury, they are still generally entitled to workers’ compensation benefits for work-related injuries. Nowadays, it’s not uncommon to find more than a few older workers working construction and factory jobs. Increased life expectancy means older workers can work for much longer before retiring. … Read more
Lead poisoning may result in severe health complications and even death in the workplace. Unless you’ve been affected by it or know someone who has, lead poisoning is probably not something that crosses your mind often. Yet, lead poisoning is a common cause of health complications and even death in the workplace, especially in industries … Read more
A back injury can render you immobile, unable to work or perform your daily activities. The cost of recovery can also take a toll on your finances. Back injuries are some of the most common musculoskeletal injuries that occur on the job. And are often caused by heavy lifting, repetitive tasks, or sitting at a … Read more
Excessive occupational vibration exposure has been shown to cause severe injuries and health conditions. Every day, millions of workers are exposed to vibration due to heavy machinery and tools. Unfortunately, excessive occupational vibration exposure has been shown to cause severe injuries and health conditions. Occupational vibrations are usually classified into two general types: 1. Whole … Read more
Waste collectors who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses are entitled to benefits under the Missouri Workers’ Comp Law. The benefits include disability benefits, lost wages, and death benefits. Waste collection is one of the most challenging and most demanding occupations in the country. This job is chock-full of unique hazards that increase the risk for … Read more