It is important for employees and employers alike to recognize the most common workplace injuries. The more you understand about common injuries on the job, the easier it is to mitigate those risks and create a safer work environment. There are several common injuries...
When it comes to workers' compensation claims, one of the most common questions that arise is how long it takes to settle a case. The process can be complex and laden with uncertainties, leaving individuals anxious to receive the compensation they deserve. A workers'...
Many drivers will cover tens of thousands of miles of road without experiencing a single accident. When a car accident does occur, it can be so shocking that you might not have the presence of mind to figure out what to do next. The shock of being in a car accident is...
The annual Crash Course report from CCC Intelligence Solutions reveals troubling findings surrounding US roadways suffering a significant weight problem. As vehicles get heavier and increase in power, these transports are being driven by older motorists. Unlike the...
In a case involving a claimant who injured her lower back while employed as a medical assistant, the Commission ruled in her favor on review. See Medical assistant proves current back problems attributable to work accident. Illinois Workers’ Compensation Law Bulletin,...
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Repetitive stress injuries occur over time and may go unnoticed until doing your job becomes painful. Since no significant incident leads to the injury, you may not know how to proceed. Reviewing these frequently asked questions may help you better understand how to...
In a case involving an employee at a mental institution, who was injured as a result of continually performing multiple tasks with her right hand while at work, both the arbitrator and the Commission rendered decisions in the employee’s favor. See Claimant’s...
In a case involving a plumber who injured himself at work, the Commission awarded him worker’s compensation benefits on appeal, after he was denied benefits at arbitration (where it was also asserted by the arbitrator that no work accident had occurred). See Plumber...
When you think about the possibility of a motor vehicle accident, you might imagine a cut-and-dry situation in which one driver is clearly at fault and the other is a victim. In reality, many car accidents involve multiple drivers who are partially responsible for the...