Workers’ Compensation

While many people think about Minnesota as a cold and snowy state, the summers here can get hot. Because of the temperatures outdoors, as well as the indoor temperatures at some workplaces, it’s imperative that workers understand the hazards that come with working in...

From slowly developing pain due to repetitive physical movements to catastrophic injuries, U.S. workers often risk their own health while on the job. The National Safety Council reports that an American employee experiences a workplace injury every seven seconds....

The human body can stand up to a lot of wear and tear, but there comes a time when it cannot withstand anything more without breaking down. When you do the same activities day in and day out, it’s normal for the body to suffer from repetitive strain and stress....

Whether you have worked in an outside job for decades or this will be your first year, you must understand the risks of working in the heat. It is your employer’s responsibility to make sure you are safe on the job, but it is up to you to be smart and limit your...

The meatpacking industry, along with processing plants, provides food for much of the United States. Meat is plentiful even during times of recession, and many consumers do not spend much time thinking about all that goes into getting that meat on their table. Those...

The workers' compensation program provides payments for Minnesota employees who become injured on the job. Following the correct procedure ensures that the worker remains eligible for the program and receives prompt benefits. These are the answers to the most common...

In 2013, Minnesota became one of the few states to permit workers’ compensation benefits to be paid to workers who suffered post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) related to their job duties. Since then, PTSD has become one of the top expenses within the state’s...

Your employer has a responsibility to provide a safe work environment. Depending on where you work, their obligations could range from maintaining safe and secure facilities to providing safety equipment. Unfortunately, many companies are more than happy to cut...

When you think of “potentially fatal construction jobs,” you probably picture workers on high-rise scaffolding and using heavy machinery. In reality, the fatalities can come from just about any kind of construction work, including drywall installation, roadwork and...