Imagine you sustain an injury while on the job. You follow the proper procedures, report the incident, and file your workers’ compensation claim so you can receive the benefits for which you are entitled. Then suddenly, you hear from
According to the Economic Policy Institute,17% of the US workforce has irregular work schedules. What many people don’t realize, is that your health can be affected by the time of day you work. People that work a night shift
Workers’ compensation compensates employees injured while on the job. However, successfully claiming workers’ comp benefits can be complicated. There are many hurdles to overcome and it is a frustrating process that could end in a denial—particularly if there is
As the U.S. workforce continues to age, this will affect how workers’ compensation claims are handled. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that over the next five years, the percentage of people over the age of 45 in the
First responders encounter continuous occupational exposure to acute trauma and stress. Law enforcement, firefighters, 911 operators, emergency room staff, doctors, nurses, and so many more have direct trauma from the workplace which can eventually become a burden. It is
Individuals afflicted with PTSD avoid any situation, person, or event that will trigger a memory of the trauma. Inside, they feel numb and devoid of emotion. They try to shut out the feelings and memories while friends and family
People barely blink anymore when the news reports there has been a data breach. We become desensitized after hearing the same thing repeatedly —who the breach affected, how much damage is caused, and of course what is being done
Independent contractors, freelancers, consultants–whatever name you attach to this category of worker—in the state of Georgia are not eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. As the economy continues to shift, we are seeing increasing numbers of employers who outsource work
A special documentary series was done about Hawaii’s workers’ compensation system. The document focuses on surveillance use. The State’s largest workers’ comp carrier claims it has an obligation to stop fraud by all parties in workers’ comp cases, including
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 2.9 million workplace injuries and illnesses in the private sector in 2016. Nearly one-third of those were of a more serious nature and resulted in loss of work. There is