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...
Minneapolis Workers’ Compensation Blog
Workers’ compensation claims rising among Minneapolis Police
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...
Common workplace hazards to be aware of
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...
Nursing home and hospital workers run highest risk for injuries
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...
How do brain injuries affect your ability to return to work?
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...
What steps are required to file for workers’ compensation?
If you have developed an occupational disease or sustained a work-related injury, you may qualify to receive workers’ compensation benefits.There are several steps in the process of filing a claim including preparation for filing an appeal, should that become...
Do not ignore these 4 early symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome
While common in office workers, carpal tunnel syndrome can strike employees in any industry. You may develop the condition when there is too much pressure on the median nerve that runs from the forearm through the wrist and into the hands. Work-related carpal...
A repetitive motion injury is common among assembly workers
Perhaps you are a medical device assembler and have worked at a company near Minneapolis for the past three years. You had a perfect record of attendance until recently.You have missed a few days of work due to pain in your wrist, and the discomfort is only getting...
Are you at risk for an asbestos-related disease?
While, nowadays, just about every employer in America recognizes the risks associated with asbestos exposure, this was not always the case. Until the 1980s, asbestos was common in a wide range of construction, shipbuilding and related industries. It was also...
5 common barista injuries
As a barista, you are at the forefront of the booming cafe industry. You face a lot of pressure and high demands to create quality beverages in a fast-paced environment. As you work in a busy and small environment, you may suffer workplace injuries. You may not...