Many people don’t realize how much they use their shoulders each day. Regardless of what type of work you do, your shoulders get a good workout on every shift. Suffering a shoulder injury can have a negative impact on your ability to do your work duties. It can also...
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What if your employer closes while you’re on workers’ comp?
The past couple of years has been tough on many businesses. Some have had to close their doors permanently. So what happens if you’ve had to take time away from work while you heal from a work-related injury or illness and your employer goes out of business? Maybe you...
3 ways that carpal tunnel syndrome will impact work performance
Office workers and anyone else who performs repetitive tasks with their hands could be at risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome. Although people often dismiss carpal tunnel as a minor medical issue, it can have a very real, negative impact on your job performance,...
Is it safe to drive while wearing sandals?
This is easily one of the hottest times of the year and that means it’s time to put on the three S’s: Shirts, shorts and sandals. Many people are trying to beat the heat by blasting their A/Cs on a long drive to the beach, and lots of folks wear sandals for extra...
What benefits are available for workers injured on the job?
When you suffer an injury at your workplace or get sick from a work-related cause and cannot continue working, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. The benefits are meant to reduce the financial impact of your injury or sickness as you recover....
2 steps employers can take to reduce slip-and-fall accidents
There are multiple compelling reasons why organizations need insurance. One of them is the prevalence of workplace accidents. When you hire people to work in your organization, you are basically responsible for their safety and well-being. One of the most common...
New data provides information on New Jersey workplace fatalities
You can suffer an injury in any line of work. However, some professions and industries have higher rates of injuries and fatalities than others. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics recently published its latest fatal work injury statistics by state. The data covers...
These common injuries often affect mechanics
Did you know that there are a few common injuries that mechanics are at risk for? As a mechanic, it can be frustrating to think that you’d be at risk of any injuries, but the reality is that working with large vehicles, powerful tools and chemicals can put you in...
Phone addiction leads to car accidents
The use of a cellphone in the car increases the odds of an accident. Many crashes happen every year because someone was sending a text message, looking at their social media profile or even trying to pick a song while they drive. The easiest solution to this would...
How does repetitive stress cause injuries in the workplace?
There are a number of tasks in the workplace that do not seem dangerous to the ordinary observer. Answering phone calls, typing, working at an assembly line or scanning barcodes are some of the activities that form part of most workers’ day-to-day jobs. However, these...