Power tools and work machinery can reduce the amount of physical labor required to perform a job. Professionals in manufacturing positions and those who work in construction may have to handle power tools and heavy equipment regularly. Those devices make their jobs...
Valued at over $2 trillion, construction is one of the biggest sectors in the U.S. economy. The industry provides a lot of well-paying jobs. Nonetheless, there are some drawbacks. On any list of dangerous occupations, construction work will be on there. What are some...
Workers often face unavoidable hazards on the job. In many cases, their employers are supposed to give them personal protection equipment (PPE). This keeps the workers relatively safe from hazards that they can’t otherwise avoid. A problem that sometimes comes up is...
Nurses are often the first medical professional that a person sees at a doctor’s office or hospital. They also care for patients in long-term care facilities. Some even serve as resources for patients who need in-home care. As nurses are providing valuable services to...
Seasoned construction workers know their industry comes with injury risks. But when it comes to earning a sustainable living, construction can provide, making it an attractive occupation. The industry is also plagued by legal misinformation. Many believe that an...
Were you in an accident while at your workplace? Are you suffering from medical conditions that are limiting your ability to continue working? You may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. After applying for workers’ comp, you may receive medical coverage...
Most workers who get hurt on the job want to get back to work as quickly as possible. After all, missing work means accepting a reduction in income. Even if the injured employee qualifies for workers' compensation benefits, wage replacement isn't a complete benefit....
Delivery drivers work in a variety of different environments and with different job requirements. Some delivery drivers operate their own vehicles to transport groceries or meals to paying customers. Other professionals may operate fleet vehicles for delivery...
A workplace injury can lead to life-long disabilities, high medical debt, long-term healthcare, lost wages, unemployment and financial struggle. You may have the option to apply for workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ comp provides eligible, injured workers with...
The road to approval for a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim can be filled with a lot of hurdles – and many applicants are forced to appeal their claims all the way to a hearing with an administrative law judge (ALJ). Given that the average time span...