Agriculture plays a crucial role in Minnesota's economy, with thousands of workers involved in various farming activities. From sowing and harvesting crops to managing livestock, agricultural workers face several risks in their daily tasks. The combination of heavy...
Workers’ Compensation
Gathering evidence after you sustain a work-related injury
A work injury can critically impact your life and jeopardize your ability to keep your job. Severe injuries, emotional trauma and financial instability may all accompany a work injury. Filing an injury claim with your employer is often the start of acquiring...
Understanding the challenges you might face after a work injury
Getting hurt at work can impact you in several ways and cause uncertainty and fear about the future. Knowing some of the challenges you might face after a workplace injury may help you know what to expect. Navigating this difficult time will require collaboration with...
What is the General Duty Clause?
When you go to work, you expect that your employer will provide a safe working environment free from serious hazards. But this does not always occur, and many employees sustain serious injuries on the job. According to the Occupational Safety and Health...
What are the current statistics about workplace accidents?
Accidents in the workplace happen every single day. They can range from minor injuries, such as a paper cut or a bumped knee to serious, such as paralysis or head injuries. Regardless of the severity, it is a goal to work toward zero accidents and to save lives. The...
3 top safety issues workers face in the manufacturing workspace
Manufacturing is one of the most dangerous industries for individuals to work in. It also comprises a major portion of the nation's economy. According to the National Institute of Standards and Technology, in 2020 it accounted for 24% of the annual GDP. That same...
Reviewing electrical hazards on construction sites
As a construction worker, you face many risks on the job. Understanding these dangers and preparing for various hazards you could encounter is pivotal, especially since an accident could cause significant injuries and financial hardships due to medical costs and lost...
Options for medical treatment after a worksite accident
If you sustain an injury while working, you may have a claim for worker's compensation benefits. You may also have a personal injury claim against a third party for additional damages not covered by worker's compensation. You want to ensure you get the medical...
What should you know about ladder falls?
Ladders pose a potential risk factor to anyone who uses them. In particular, ladder falls make up a large percentage of these incidents. What should you know about these falls? What injuries result from them and how do they impact the victims who suffer from them? Why...
Study shows eye injuries cost employers $924 million annually
Work-related eye injuries impact thousands of Americans across Minnesota and the rest of the United States every day, and many of these injuries are preventable. However, when they do occur, they have the potential to have a serious, long-term impact on a worker’s...