A workplace injury can displace you for quite some time. As your recovery progresses, you could feel a desire to return to work as soon as possible. Assessing when to return will require the input of your medical team, your employer and yourself. Taking your time to...
Workers’ Compensation
Your injury and the workers’ compensation disability rating
If you sustain an on-the-job injury, you will probably qualify to file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. Under this insurance program, every work-related injury or condition has a disability rating. How does the rating system work? About the rating system As...
Is your power tool’s cord more dangerous than its blade?
If you use power tools to perform your job duties, you probably have a healthy respect for sawblades. After all, these blades can cause life-threatening injuries in well under a second. Still, the cords that supply power to your tools may also be hazardous to your...
When will your benefits come to an end?
You will often receive workers' compensation benefits if you end up suffering from an injury during a workplace accident. However, in many cases, these benefits will have an expiration period. Other benefits will last for months or even years, depending on the...
What should I know about workers’ comp laws in South Carolina?
Most employers in South Carolina must have workers' compensation insurance in case one of their staff suffers from work-related injuries. According to the South Carolina Workers' Compensation Commission, injured employees have certain rights and obligations when...
Applying for workers’ compensation after a traumatic injury
People who work physical jobs such as construction have an elevated risk of traumatic employment injuries. If you or a loved one has an accident on the job, you can file a claim for workers' compensation benefits in South Carolina. Review the application process for...
Do you know these environmental hazards for construction sites?
Construction workers must understand the many forms worksite hazards take. That way, they know how to protect themselves and others from unnecessary harm. Eastern Kentucky University explains environmental hazards common on construction sites. Proper knowledge keeps...
A fall from a ladder, a broken shoulder and workers’ compensation
Perhaps you have worked as a roofing contractor for years and never experienced injuries more serious than a bruised knee and an ankle sprain. However, your recent fall from a ladder left you with a broken shoulder. What are the next steps in filing a claim for...
Reversing vehicles pose a risk to construction workers
Workers on construction sites may know that they should not walk in front of a moving vehicle. However, reversing vehicles can also harm people. If people do not take the proper precautions on construction sites, they may become involved in a backover accident. If...
What do you know about your right to refuse modified duty?
After a recent work injury or illness, you feel well enough to get back to business in a limited capacity. Unfortunately, you do not feel comfortable with the modified duty assignment your employer chose. Can you refuse? Chron explores when injured employees may turn...
