Overtime hours can be optional or mandatory, and the most obvious benefit for workers is that overtime leads to additional pay. This extra money can help pay off debt, allow families to take vacations, and be used for holidays and other expenses. Although companies may have the disadvantage of having to pay workers more, overtime[…] Read More
Category: Workplace Injuries
What is National Safety Month?
The National Safety Council (NSC) recognizes June as National Safety Month each year. Throughout the month, the NSC rolls out information on a wide variety of safety topics to help raise awareness and promote best practices. The NSC is a nonprofit advocacy organization that provides numerous resources to the public and workplaces to prevent injury[…] Read More
How Can Health Care Workers Avoid Stress Injuries?
The COVID-19 pandemic has completely swept the nation with no end currently in sight. On top of causing virus-related health issues, the novel Coronavirus has also triggered stress-related injuries within the health care industry. Stress injuries can alter a health care worker’s ability to work and maintain safety. It is imperative that health care workers[…] Read More
Importance of Fire Safety in the Workplace
In this country, children are taught fire safety basics at a young age. However, as we grow into adulthood and enter the workforce, there is less focus on fire safety. This disconnect is concerning because workplace fires can cause serious burn injuries, or even death. Workplace accidents and injuries caused by fires are also much[…] Read More
Heart Health in the Workplace
Heart disease is often regarded as a problem of the elderly, but the truth is, more young people are becoming vulnerable to early heart disease. In fact, more than half of those with high blood pressure do not have it under control, and that is one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease. It[…] Read More
Automated Speed Enforcement Implemented in Pennsylvania Work Zones
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and the Pennsylvania Turnpike recently announced a new program aimed at reducing the number of accidents in road construction zones. They will be stationing vehicles at specific sites to monitor passing motorists and issuing warnings and fines to drivers who exceed the speed limit by more than 11 miles per[…] Read More
Workplace Safety Trends for 2020
Every seven seconds, a worker is injured on the job, according to the National Safety Council (NSC). Employers and workers can agree that they both want to make workplaces safer, so that businesses can run more smoothly and there is less risk of injury on the job. When workers are injured, that results in lost[…] Read More
Are Wear and Tear Injuries Compensable?
Most people associate Workers’ Compensation benefits with injuries that arise from workplace accidents. However, there are many injuries that develop gradually from repetitive tasks that produce wear and tear on the body. These wear and tear injuries are also compensable if it can be proven that they were directly related to your occupation. Repetitive Stress[…] Read More
White Collar Workers and Injuries
There is a common assumption that only factory or construction workers need Workers’ Compensation. However, this is not always the case. White collar workers tend to have their own set of injuries that call for Workers’ Compensation benefits. Therefore, it is important for white collar workers to stay informed about how to obtain Workers’ Compensation.[…] Read More
Workers’ Compensation Timeline
Employees that experience workplace injuries or illnesses may qualify for Workers’ Compensation benefits. Workers’ Compensation generally provides for medical care, prescription medications, and equipment that is needed for treatment, and beneficiaries can choose their physicians if they inform their employer within 30 days of the initial treatment. Eligibility and Ineligibility Most Delaware workers are covered[…] Read More