No worker is immune to accidents in Minnesota - no matter their years of experience in their field. Unfortunately, workers who are new to a job are actually more likely to be injured at work than their more experienced counterparts. This is why it's so important for...
If you have applied for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits in Minnesota and your claim was denied, don't worry – you're not alone. In fact, about 70% of all SSD applications are initially denied. Don't give up, though; you may be able to successfully appeal the...
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has listed the jobs with the highest rates of non-fatal injuries, and as you might expect, construction was up near the top; it came in third. However, it turns out that working in a nursing home and working in a hospital are the two...
If you work in manufacturing, you know how strenuous and dangerous your work can be. Your job requires you to work with hazardous materials, heavy equipment and loud noises all the time. Staying safe in a factory or warehouse job may prove to be difficult,...
If you work in retail, you know it can be a stressful and demanding job. However, you may not be aware that there are unique hazards in the retail industry that put you at risk of injuries. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that...
The food services industry has a unique risk for fires. Fire hazards can cause serious burns, sometimes lead to death. If you work in a restaurant, it is imperative you know about the most common causes of restaurant fires. Identifying fire hazards and...
If you work outside, in a kitchen or in any number of other environments where high temperatures are often the norm, you run the risk of developing heat-related stresses and illnesses. Depending on your profession and whether you work indoors or outdoors, the threat...
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