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,...
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Here’s why new workers get hurt more often
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...
Appealing a denied SSD claim in Minnesota
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...
Work hazards every Minnesota nurse should be aware of
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...
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...