Many people believe working as a teacher or educator is one of the safest forms of employment. While teachers do not typically face catastrophic injury risks, they do suffer from workplace injuries, many of them affecting their ability to work. Common injuries and...
People think of certain industries as being more violent or dangerous than others. If you were to ask the average person, they would likely name law enforcement or maybe private security as the profession with the highest degree of risk for violence in the workplace....
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn to minimize the risks associated with workplace hazards. Serious injuries or illnesses can arise from chemical, radiological, electrical, or other workplace hazards. This is why it is important to always put safety first....
Teens make up a significant part of the temporary holiday workforce. Eager to earn a little money to buy gifts and out of school for a few weeks over vacation, you can find them in stores, Christmas tree lots, restaurants and even dressed as Santa or one of his elves....
Whether you work for a mail delivery service or just have to make a stop to deliver paperwork for your employer during your shift, you could be at risk of coming into contact with aggressive animals. Dogs, in particular, are common around the country and have the...
Many workplace injuries can be quickly recovered from. However, there are some cases that may cause long-lasting disability. Workers in this situation may feel it is best to quit their current occupation and seek new employment. This could cause issues if the employee...
Workers' compensation insurance was created in the early part of the 20th century to provide medical coverage and death benefits for injured employees without clogging up the courts. This compensation has expanded to also provide income benefits, job retraining and...
Getting hurt while at work can be distressing. Besides the injuries, you will have a lot to deal with, and knowing your rights is essential. If you are hurt while doing your job, you may be entitled to a claim under the Florida Workers’ compensation laws. However, it...
All employers with four or more employees in Florida have to carry workers' compensation insurance. If one of their employees gets hurt, that insurance will protect the business from liability and the individual from financial devastation. Workers who got hurt on the...
If you work in physical jobs long enough, you will hear someone tell you to “put your back into it.” Yet putting your back into a task could lead to putting your back out, resulting in being unable to work. Despite incredible advances in technology, some tasks still...