Many view nursing as a vocation. It typically involves long hours for low pay and giving of yourself in a way that few are motivated to do. You probably knew that when you entered the profession. What you might not have realized is just how dangerous it can be. U.S....
Employees who get hurt while at work often have a laundry list of concerns. They worry about whether they will lose their job because they need an extended leave of absence. They may also worry about how they will cover the cost of medical treatment while away from...
Understanding the distinction between scheduled and non-scheduled injuries in the context of workers’ compensation is vital. These two categories play a significant role in determining an injured worker’s compensation. Below are the differences between scheduled and...
If you are injured at work you will typically be able to claim workers’ compensation through your employer’s insurance. Yet, every year, thousands of people see their claims fail. Others win their claim only to have it reduced or overturned later. In many cases, these...
People don't generally understand workers' compensation benefits unless they have had to make use of the program previously. The basics that most people understand include how workers' compensation coverage applies to any injury that occurs on the job and to...
You were recently injured while working. As a result, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits that would help cover medical expenses and lost wages. Unfortunately, many injured workers are denied workers’ compensation benefits. Here are a few reasons...
Workers’ comp benefits can very important for employees, especially when they work in dangerous industries. But it’s also true that workers can get injured in office buildings, stores, restaurants, hospitals and in any other occupational situations that you can...
Over the past several years, millions of Americans started working from home – or at coffee shops – on either a full-time or a part-time basis. Remote work has its perks, to be sure. However, there are some aspects of remote work that are more complex than onsite work...
Working as a professional driver is a very demanding career. Those with a commercial driver's license (CDL) may spend far more than the standard eight-hour workday at the wheel. They also typically have to perform several secondary job responsibilities other than...
A long-term or terminal condition can be emotionally and financially draining. If your condition meets the Social Security Administration’s criteria for a disability, you may be eligible for SSD benefits. However, it is not uncommon for a seemingly valid disability...