Some may not think of teaching as a hazardous occupation, at least when compared to other jobs, such as construction; however, educators face their own set of on-the-job injuries that may lead to repetitive stress syndrome. Worksite International notes that classrooms...
Workers’ Compensation
Hotel housekeepers have highest injury rate in service sector
For many, Florida is a vacationer’s paradise, and the state’s high number of hotels and resorts proves it. Yet, Florida’s popularity as a tourist destination means the state’s hotel workers and hotel housekeepers have to work even harder, and many of them are...
What injuries are not eligible for workers’ compensation?
When you sustain an on-the-job injury in Florida, your employer's workers' compensation insurance can help you recover the costs of your medical bills. However, not all injuries are eligible for this coverage. If your injury falls into one of these categories, the...
Do you know common injuries caused by your profession?
Some professions are dangerous and more susceptible to accidental injuries than others. However, this does not mean less-risky jobs do not come with their inherent risks. Jobs that require a lot of standing, hand movements and use of tools may come with their own set...
How to get compensation for a remote work injury
Recent advances in technology, combined with a shift toward providing employees with more flexibility and the opportunity to reduce the cost and environmental impact of commuting have led to an increase in remote work. More employees working remotely means more...
Common costs of a wrongful death
Workers' compensation covers employees when they sustain an injury on the job. It exists to cover the costs of treatments and help with a loss in wages through recovery. However, those who lose loved ones due to workplace accidents may find that there are more costs...
Can your boss fire you for suffering an injury at work?
Regardless of where you work or the job duties you perform, you have some risk of suffering an injury every time you clock in. You need a regular paycheck to pay for rent and other living expenses, though. Consequently, if you have a work-related injury, it may be...
What you need to understand about RSIs
If you get injured on the job in an accident, you may be aware of what your options are. However, other injuries that build slowly can also cause issues. The more that you know about injuries caused by repetitive stress, the easier it is for you to get proper...
What benefits can injured workers in Florida receive?
If you get injured at work, you may sustain serious short- and long-term injuries. These injuries may affect your ability to go back to work and even to complete normal daily activities. The workers’ compensation system can provide you with benefits that help you...
What dangers lie in wait on a construction site?
Busting a sweat on the construction site is one element of your job that you cannot avoid. Suffering an injury, however, may come down to remaining diligent in your surroundings and safety practice. Construction site injuries continue to rise as building projects...