Category Archives: Workers Compensation
Common Workplace Injuries leading to Workers’ Comp
On-the-job injuries are more common than you may think. Millions of people suffer work-related injuries every year and file for workers’ comp. In 2015, nearly 3 million nonfatal workplace injuries were reported in the United States. That’s an average of almost 8,000 injuries per day. According to the Liberty Mutual Research Institute for Safety,… Read More »
Colorado Worker Hurt by Fallen Slabs During Light Rail Project
Denver construction sites can be dangerous places to work. Employees operate machinery that moves and lifts objects weighing tons. Any miscalculation by an employee can cause objects to slip, slide or fall. At the same time, construction industry employers are expected to adhere vigilantly to local, state and federal safety regulations to prevent unsafe… Read More »
Don’t Think You Are Invulnerable, Especially in the Workplace
If you don’t believe you could be injured due to the fault of another party, it is likely you would be wrong. A recent poll that surveyed 2,000 people in July discovered the average person will suffer more than 10,000 injuries, illnesses and accidents throughout her or his lifetime. This includes seven accidents per… Read More »
Can an Independent Contractor Receive Compensation for an Injury?
A number of people in Colorado are finding jobs as independent contractors nowadays. Whether it be working from home or performing manual labor, the entities providing work do not list independent contractors as employees. This means that they do not benefit from employer insurance coverage and must rely on their own health insurance should… Read More »
Machine Damages Man’s Arm While at Work
With so many different jobs in Jefferson, Colorado, it should come as no surprise that a worker can easily become injured in a variety of situations. Some workers may suffer injuries over an extended period of time from performing repetitive work. For example, an employee who often works with computers may be diagnosed with… Read More »
Hispanic Workers Claim Discrimination, Injury
Workers in Denver, Colorado, may be uncertain of their rights. Because of this, they should consider contacting an attorney to determine what they should and should not pursue when they feel wronged by their employers. For instance, a group of Hispanic workers recently filed a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission against their… Read More »
Stress-Related Workplace Injuries and Illnesses on the Rise
As companies downsize and employees’ workloads are substantially increased, stress-related illnesses and injuries are becoming more and more prevalent in the workplace. When there is a conflict between increased job demands and the amount of control an employee has over meeting those demands, stress can become overwhelming. Not only can the employee become physically… Read More »
Overworked, Overtired … Under the Radar?
Many of us are busy every day, stressed and stretched beyond our limits. We take on more than we should and that can lead to little mistakes here and there. For most of us, mistakes aren’t too costly and can be fixed, but in the medical profession, any misstep can cost a life. One… Read More »
Vicious Cycle May Leave Healthcare Workers Unsafe
Healthcare workers in Colorado are familiar with the risks of their jobs. According to data, the healthcare industry has an illness and injury rate of 5.6 per 100 full-time workers. According to data, this is higher than the average rate for the entire private sector, a figure that falls at 4.2 per 100 full-time… Read More »
How Do Employers Reduce the Number of Workplace Injuries?
Employers know the risks that they put their employees in by requesting them to perform certain jobs. No matter the industry, it is possible for a worker to become injured. In such situations, workers’ compensation is often implemented, allowing an employee to afford time off while they recover from a workplace injury. There are… Read More »