Workers’ Compensation

If you’ve been injured on the job, you’re probably aware that workers’ compensation is there to cover your immediate needs. Did you know, however, that you can hold party other than your employer responsible for your injuries? For instance, if a defective machine or...

Maritime professions are among some of the most dangerous jobs available. Maritime workers often handle heavy machinery and dangerous equipment in an environment that can turn deadly with little warning. Offshore oil and gas rig workers, cruise ship employees and...

Hospitals can be dangerous places – especially for registered nurses (RNs). While RNs play a critical role in patient care, they also face a whole host of workplace hazards every day. Some of these can lead to permanent consequences for their physical and mental...

Steel-toed boots can be hot, heavy and uncomfortable for workers to wear. So why do so many employers in different industries make them mandatory parts of the workplace uniform? Steel-toed boots are generally considered an essential part of the personal protective...

If you contributed to your workplace accident, does it mean you are automatically barred from claiming workers’ compensation benefits? The short answer is no, and you probably still have a valid claim. Here is what you need to know. Workers’ compensation operates on a...

When someone gets injured on the job in Texas, they may be eligible for workers’ comp benefits. These generally will cover the cost of medical care that is necessary after the accident – such as emergency surgery or a trip to the hospital. Workers’ comp also usually...

Discussions about workplace safety in blue-collar professions often focus on sudden accidents, such as machinery malfunctions. Some of the worst incidents occur with little warning. Someone might lose their balance while doing construction work at a significant...

Not every workplace injury involves a dramatic accident or a sudden mishap with a piece of machinery. A lot of valid workers’ compensation claims involve injuries that develop gradually over time, usually due to repetitive motion and strain. While carpal tunnel...

Nurses spend so much of their time helping other people who are injured, that their own health is often overlooked. Nonetheless, the reality is that many nurses are injured on the job every single day.  The causes of injuries in the nursing profession are numerous....

The construction business is booming – particularly in Texas. A report by the Associated General Contractors of America says that Texas is among the states leading the nation when it comes to construction job growth. That means that a lot of new and inexperienced...