A lot of industries are struggling right now. Inflation, supply chain interruptions and problems with finding a steady labor force are causing all kinds of havoc, and a lot of businesses are scaling back or closing. You aren’t surprised, then, when you’re laid off or...
You probably know that slip-and-fall accidents can be dangerous and to watch out for spills or other issues that make the ground slick. However, did you know that many businesses have flooring that poses a slip risk? Marble floors, for example, become extremely slick...
You will see scaffolding platforms on virtually every construction site. They provide access to areas that would otherwise be difficult to reach. Unfortunately, working with scaffolding does not come without risks. Construction workers are often working from a height,...
Workers' compensation insurance is a relatively comprehensive program. It applies to workers in all industries. Whether you work full-time or part-time and whether you have been at your job for 20 years or two hours, you can rely on coverage if you get hurt at work or...
Every year, around 125,000 cases of crushing or “caught-between” injuries are reported by workers around the United States. These people may have been crushed between objects, like walls and trucks, or become entangled in machinery. These hazards are known as “pinch...
If you suffer an injury at work, you have the right to claim worker’s compensation so that the costs do not come out of your pocket. Yet, if you were in some way to blame for the accident, people might come out with statements such as “Why should the company pay when...
Employees in Pennsylvania need to employ personal vigilance to protect themselves from an injury on the job. It only takes a few seconds of distraction for someone in a manufacturing facility to accidentally catch their clothing in a machine press or a mechanic to...
All working adults contribute to Social Security. Every time your employer pays you, they withhold part of your income for taxes, including contributions to Social Security. If you are self-employed, run your own business or work as a contractor, you will pay those...
Health care is a demanding career. If you work in a hospital, you will likely need to occasionally work on the weekend and cover holidays. You will work long shifts, sometimes with no breaks, and cope with extreme levels of job-related stress as your job performance...
If you work as a chef for long, you will see a few people injured. If you have worked in several kitchens, you will realize that some feel safer than others. While there is a lot you can do to reduce the chance of injury, much of it comes down to your employer. They...