Where Minnesotans Turn After Serious Work Injuries
On Behalf of Michael Schultz Law Firm | Apr 27, 2023 | Blog, Workers' Compensation
Across the U.S., including Minnesota, 39 people died in 2022 in trench cave-ins during excavations. That number is more than double the average total. Thousands of pounds of debris can end up on top of workers in seconds, making it impossible to escape. Therefore,...
On Behalf of Michael Schultz Law Firm | Jan 23, 2023 | Blog, Workers' Compensation
With approximately 2000 workplace eye injuries occurring yearly in the United States, eye protection should be a concern for Minnesota employers managing hazardous environments. Eye injuries can range from minor abrasions to vision loss, so it's essential to be...
On Behalf of Michael Schultz Law Firm | Oct 25, 2022 | Workers' Compensation
Many Minnesota workers who have physically demanding jobs suffer back pain. Various conditions can develop with varying symptoms, including sharp, stabbing pains or dull aches. If you develop a back problem due to repetitive movements caused by your work, you could be...
On Behalf of Michael Schultz Law Firm | Sep 6, 2022 | Workers' Compensation
If you regularly use hand-guided or hand-held power tools at your workplace in Minnesota, you could be at risk of developing a condition known as a Vibration White Finger (VWF). There are measures you can take to prevent it from occurring, but once the damage is done,...
On Behalf of Michael Schultz Law Firm | May 5, 2022 | Blog, Workers' Compensation
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...
On Behalf of Michael Schultz Law Firm | Nov 1, 2021 | Workers' Compensation
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...
On Behalf of Michael Schultz Law Firm | Oct 2, 2021 | Workers' Compensation
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...
On Behalf of Michael Schultz Law Firm | Jun 2, 2021 | Injuries, Workers' Compensation
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...
On Behalf of Michael Schultz Law Firm | Nov 24, 2020 | Blog, Workers' Compensation
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...
On Behalf of Michael Schultz Law Firm | Aug 27, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
If you suffered a workplace injury that involved head trauma in Minnesota, you might be unable to return to the same occupation. If there was no penetration of your skull, the changes might not be noticeable for others, but they might significantly impact your ability...
