Construction workers are around loud machines throughout their working hours. The constant exposure to these noises can lead to hearing loss over time. Because of this, construction companies should have a hearing conservation program for these workers. In order to...
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Workers’ Compensation May Not be Your Only Relief After an Accident
Were you hurt in an accident at work? Most of the time, workers’ compensation claims provide injured employees with the medical care that they need to recover from their injuries. They can also draw some kind of replacement income while they are unable to work. But...
Chest Pain After a Fall? You Could Have a Punctured Lung
As you probably know, falls take the lives of many construction workers each year. Others are seriously hurt as a result of falls, resulting in workers’ compensation claims. When you fell, it wasn’t far. You landed unusually, though, and that caused big problems. You...
Workers’ Comp Rights for Illness
Workers in certain jobs in New York City, such as first responders and workers engaged in health care, transit and deliveries are facing increased risks of contracting illnesses such as the one that has presented countries across the world with an unprecedented...
Even a 5-Foot Fall Can Be Dangerous
Workers often underestimate the dangers of a short fall, even while they understand that falls themselves are one of the greatest risks that they face on the job. Many just assume that "a fall" means a fall from at least a second level to a first level, which tends to...
Brain Injury Symptoms After a Fall
If you fall at work and believe you have a brain injury, regardless of the height you fell from, it is important to get help from a medical professional as soon as possible. Brain injuries need to be evaluated quickly and workers should never be encouraged to “tough...
Defective Equipment Can Cause an Electrocution Hazard
The Occupational and Safety Health Administration (OSHA) named four types of accidents that are the most fatal for workers in this industry. These are falls, being caught or between objects, electrocutions and being struck by objects. While the other three accident...
Lifting a Manhole Cover Could Lead to Injuries: Here’s How
When you’re working in or around manholes, then one thing you have to be concerned about is the risk of injury. According to PERMA in New York, the average cost of an injury caused by lifting a manhole cover is $14,838. Each year, approximately 15 people make claims...
Larger Workers May Suffer Greater Injuries in Falls
When looking at falls on the job, there are many factors to consider. The most common, of course, is height. Technically, you could suffer catastrophic injuries from simply falling on the same level, like slipping on a wet floor and tumbling, especially if you hit...
Claiming Workers’ Compensation When You Work for a Friend
Are you worried about claiming workers' compensation because your friend is your boss? You may worry it will hurt them financially. You may worry it could harm their reputation. You may even worry it could ruin your friendship. Fortunately, there is no need to worry....