Category: Workers’ Compensation

Noise-induced hearing loss is one of the most common work-related injuries, but it is also preventable. Workers who suffer from constant exposure to loud noises in the workplace can experience permanent damage to their hearing. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) estimates that over 22 million Americans are exposed to dangerous noise levels at

This content has been reviewed by Jason D. Stone. Heat-related workplace injuries are a significant concern for many occupations, especially in the summer. Although they are a more obvious threat in outdoor industries, they can still occur inside buildings or individual rooms that are not well ventilated. Humans can get acclimated to working in the

This content has been reviewed by Jason D. Stone. A surprising number of workers live with considerable pain and discomfort caused by repetitive stress injuries they gained at work. In addition to affecting their quality of life, these injuries can lead to significant medical bills and impair their ability to work. Unfortunately, many people just

This content has been reviewed by Jason D. Stone Nearly two-thirds of Americans live paycheck-to-paycheck. And at least one-third struggles to cover basic expenses, such as food, rent, and other financial obligations. These challenges aren’t only among people who earn less than the average median income. Just one financial setback can completely disrupt a person

This content has been reviewed by Jason D. Stone Every day, around 2,000 workers suffer work-related eye injuries in the U.S. Though some of those injuries require no days off from work and no medical treatment, many require hospitalization, significant time missed at work, and—in the worst of cases—vision loss. How Eye Injuries Happen Eye

This content has been reviewed by Jason D. Stone When you’re injured on the job, you’re typically entitled to compensation in the form of workers’ compensation benefits. However, there are a few circumstances in which an injured worker is not covered by an employer through workers’ comp insurance. If your employer doesn’t carry workers’ compensation

Workplace injuries can be expensive and painful, and they often result in a significant amount of missed time at work. Though the good news is that most workers are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits after an on-the-job injury, the bad news is that these claims are sometimes denied, or workers are owed far more than

Of all the industries in the U.S., construction is one of the most dangerous for workers. And of all the fatal injuries suffered by construction workers, falls are the most common cause. Though falls are almost always preventable, the fact that they continue to plague the industry suggests that employers are not doing enough to

Businesses in Massachusetts must adhere to both federal and state laws when paying and providing benefits to their employees. Some of the most important laws that dictate an employee’s benefits are those regarding the status of a worker. This includes both exempt and non-exempt statuses, as well as whether or not one is classified as