Firefighters have one of the most dangerous jobs in America. They work directly with hazards that they expect to see in the workplace every day. They aim to save lives and to reduce damage to structures; they perform tasks of all types, from home inspections for fire...
Month: January 2017
Work-related stress: Get the workers’ compensation you need
Stress affects everyone from time to time, but when it becomes an everyday occurrence and affects your work, you may be entitled to workers' compensation. If the stress has resulted in permanent impairment, like post-traumatic stress disorder, then you may be able to...
Mining deaths drop in the U.S. in 2016
If you've ever worked in the mining industry, you know that it can be dangerous. Collapses, while uncommon, still cause serious injuries to those in mines, and they could even lose their lives if they can't get help.Fortunately, some new data has been released in...
Are workplace accidents prominent in North Carolina?
In 2015, there were over 74,000 nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses in North Carolina's private industry. The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that was 2.6 workers per 100 full-time workers, a relatively high rate, though lower than the national...
You can seek compensation for these common workplace accidents
There are many kinds of workplace accidents that take place in various situations, so it's important that you're always looking for ways to maintain your safety in your work environment. Some of the most common injuries that take place include repetitive motion...