When working in Florida, something you get used to is being out in the sun. For the most part, you know that your employer has the responsibility to protect people against serious heat-related illnesses, but did you know that they're supposed to protect you against...
Workers’ Compensation
What are the options for chronic carpal tunnel issues?
Carpal tunnel is a narrowing of the passage on the palm side of the hand. This narrow passage is surrounded by ligaments and bones, so when the nerve inside is compressed, it can cause tingling, weakness and numbness in the hands and arm.Many people recognize that...
What benefits can you receive with workers’ compensation?
If you are injured while you're at work, your employer's workers' compensation coverage should kick in and give you the opportunity to receive benefits. Once your employer's workers' compensation insurance company is notified of your injury or illness, the company...
Your concussion should be covered by workers’ compensation
You were minding your own business at work and heading to your station when a co-worker suddenly turned a corner and ran into you. Normally, this would have been a minor incident that you could have laughed off, but this time, you tripped over something as you stepped...
Working on a hot day? Be wary of the signs of heat stroke
Working in Florida, you know that there is a risk that you'll be out in hot weather. It might be humid, too, which means that it will be harder for your body to sweat and cool itself.While working, one thing that you and your coworkers should all be aware of is the...
If you’re injured on the job, you deserve to make a claim
As a worker who regularly goes to different sites to do your job, you're always meeting new people and doing interesting tasks. Unfortunately, this exposure can mean that you are put in harm's way often. From potential crashes while driving to a job site to the risk...
Windy outside? Keep these tips in mind
If you're working in poor weather, there is a risk that you could suffer an injury. One of the things you need to watch out for is wind.Wind might not seem like it's particularly dangerous, but it definitely can cause some problems for workers. It can cause ladders to...
1 dies in 3-story fall from scissor lift in Sanford
Falls are a leading cause of injuries and death for construction workers. Since that's such a major risk, all construction workers and employers should be well aware of the safety procedures that have to take place to prevent them. Unfortunately, even with all the...
Recognize heatstroke and save a life
Workers' compensation is an excellent tool for protecting workers who are hurt on the job. Whether it's someone working for a company like Disney or an individual working for a construction team, the majority of workers should have access to workers' compensation in...
Stay safe with the right personal protective equipment
Construction accidents can happen at almost any worksite, from one where the team is working together to where one person has been working hard on their own. The way to prevent these accidents is to make sure that anyone working on a project has others around to help...