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Outdoor Safety Essentials: 7 Tips for Working Safely in the Open Air
While working outdoors, you can face unique hazards and dangers. No matter which industry you’re in—construction, landscaping, agriculture, or any other—you must prioritize your safety and health by preventing accidents. In this entry, we’ll explain some tips for you to follow: Dress Properly Wearing protective equipment is the first thing you can do to keep…
Read MoreWork-Related Accidents Beyond the Workplace
When thinking about a work-related accident, most people imagine an incident occurring while performing their job, perhaps even engaging in a risky task. But that’s not the extent of it. If an individual experiences physical, emotional, and financial distress due to an activity outside their workplace, it can still be considered work-related, granting them the right…
Read MoreThe 3 Most Common Types of Workers’ Compensation Claims
Worker’s compensation, or labor compensation, is a system designed to provide support and benefits to employees who suffer injuries or illnesses due to their work duties. These injuries can occur unexpectedly and without warning at any time during the workday and during additional tasks or events. In this note, we will explore the most common…
Read More5 Tips to Prevent Workplace Injuries
Regardless of the industry type, every job has risks to workers’ physical well-being. For the employer, it should be a priority to ensure that safety standards are met to prevent accidents resulting in work-related injuries or illnesses. In this note, we will explore how employers and employees can collaborate to create a safer, injury-free work…
Read MoreDoes Workers’ Compensation Law Allow for a Change of Doctor?
The workers’ compensation system is designed to protect and assist workers who have suffered injuries or illnesses related to their job duties. While the system selects a doctor to treat the worker, it’s important to clarify that the worker can change to another doctor. This article will explore the circumstances under which this is possible.…
Read MoreFall Prevention: Planning, Provision, and Training
Falls in the workplace are prevalent accidents, and in many cases, they are also preventable. That’s why, regardless of the type of work you do, having safety and prevention policies becomes an essential priority to maintain employee health. To achieve this, we can define specific steps that companies take to avoid them and thus ensure…
Read MoreThe Importance of Having a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer: Protecting Your Labor Rights
Unfortunately, accidents and injuries are very common in the workplace and can occur suddenly, significantly impacting the worker’s life. Not only at a professional level but also personally, as depending on the injury, serious consequences may arise that affect their day-to-day life. That’s why, in these difficult times, having a specialized workers’ compensation lawyer is…
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