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...
Nursing is often seen as a difficult role, but many people don't realize that it's considered one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States. That's according to a report from NPR, and it details the main causes for these workplace hazards that anyone working in...
The Minneapolis City Council has approved workers’ compensation claims submitted by nine police officers who suffered injuries while on duty during 2020. The council’s Policy and Government Oversight Committee voted to allocate $1.6 million to cover the claims on...
Most Minnesota employers are required to have workers' compensation insurance. This ensures that your medical bills are paid in the event that you are hurt while on the job. It also allows you to recoup a percentage of your lost wages while recovering from a...
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...
Operating heavy equipment can result in injuries when workplaces and operators fail to take safety precautions. Forklifts, in particular, can be dangerous if not handled properly, causing as many as 100,000 injuries every year. While some types of precautions need to...
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