If we ask you to picture a “dangerous workplace,” it is likely you will envision mining, logging or construction work. However, there are dangers in all varieties of work environments, including the basic office. It might surprise you how common injuries are in...
Taking a look at job-related illnesses
Many people realize the various challenges that workers encounter following a job-related injury. However, some people do not recognize how serious many job-related illnesses are. If you are struggling with any type of job-related illness, you likely have a number of...
How do falls affect different industries?
North Carolina workers deserve a safe environment in which to complete their jobs. While many workplace regulations aim to reduce the risks you face on a daily basis, there is always the chance for accidents to happen. This is especially true with fall incidents....
What does workers’ compensation not cover?
You are glad that your employer's workers' compensation policy covered your recent work injury, but not every injury qualifies for coverage. Employees should familiarize themselves with how workers' comp works, so they know what to do if they sustain an injury at...
How often does a workplace injury happen?
Any workplace injury that takes place is one injury too many. Many companies have ambitious goals to eliminate workplace injuries altogether. While this is probably not possible, reducing the rate at which they occur is important. Over the past few years, injuries...
The different types of injuries construction workers may suffer
Construction accidents can cause particularly serious injuries for workers. Those in the construction industry should be familiar with its potential dangers and how workers’ compensation benefits may be able to help them when they have been harmed. The construction...