The laws governing workers' compensation in New Jersey are complex so many individuals who suffer an injury at work might struggle to determine whether they are covered in the event of an injury. Trying to sort through the applicable laws can often be difficult,...
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Take these steps following a workplace accident
It doesn't matter if you work in an office setting, on a construction site or are in the field all day, it's critical that you take the necessary steps in protecting your safety. Unfortunately, even if you're careful about avoiding trouble at work, there could come a...
Carpal tunnel syndrome: Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Some injuries come on in an instant and cause immediate pain. Others, however, slowly take a toll on your body. And that's where carpal tunnel syndrome comes into play. Carpal tunnel syndrome is the result of pressure on your median nerve, which runs the entirety of...
Avoid a mistake that could cause a workers’ compensation denial
While workplace injuries and illnesses are typically covered by workers' compensation, it doesn't mean that filing a claim will result in an immediate payout of benefits.If you suffer a workplace injury, there are a few key steps to take:Call 911 for help if you're...
Ladder safety tips to protect you on the job
Depending on your profession, you may need to use a ladder to complete various tasks. For example, roofers and painters use ladders almost every day of the week.Even if you've been safely using a ladder for many years, you could still make a mistake that causes an...
Preventing teen work injuries during the summer
Summer is considered by many workers to be the most dangerous season of the year. Those that operate outside are at risk of developing heat illnesses. Some companies bring in larger crowds around this time of year and could potentially push their workers too hard. It...
Protecting your skin in the work place
Your skin is your body’s largest organ and its first line of defense against external threats. That makes protecting your skin important. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that employers subject 13 million employees to skin hazards every year. These hazards...
Cashiers suffer more injuries than people realize
Most consumers go through their days without realizing how often they encounter cashiers. Grabbing their morning coffee, they pay a cashier. Getting a bite for lunch, they pay a cashier. Filling a prescription, they pay a cashier. Buying groceries, they pay a cashier....
Preventing the most common injuries at the office
Most people who work in an office spend their day sitting at a desk. That fact alone would make it seem like office workers do not have much to worry about when it comes to workplace injuries. However, just the opposite is true. Office workers face just as much of a...
The importance of filing your workers’ compensation claim quickly
Perhaps you were utilizing your company’s heavy machinery when you faced an insignificant injury. You worked within the scope of your employment, you utilized the equipment correctly, but an accident caused you to need a quick doctor’s visit to ensure that your injury...