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Knee injuries can happen in almost any job setting. Construction workers and warehouse employees are at a considerable risk of knee injuries because of having to bend or carry heavy loads. Healthcare professionals, such as nurses or nursing assistants, may suffer...
Falls are one of the greatest risks that workers face in many different occupations. Technically, a worker in an office building could suffer serious injuries in a slip-and-fall accident or a fall down the stairs. But it is also important for those who work in...
With the start of the new school year, children and other pedestrians face a new safety hazard. It’s easy for motorists without school-age kids to forget that the start of the fall semester occurred and now the roads are clogged in mornings and afternoons with school...
Accidents and injuries don't follow a fixed schedule. You could get hurt anytime, anywhere—including during your lunch break. Workers' compensation typically covers injuries that happen while you're on the job or during company time. But what happens if you slip and...
Working in a restaurant can be fast-paced and physically demanding, but few people consider how it can impact their health. Restaurant workers face several hazards that can lead to respiratory infections, some of which are often overlooked. From air quality issues to...
Getting hurt on the job can be frustrating and expensive. People generally don’t enjoy feeling forced to take a leave of absence that leads to lost wages. They may also have significant medical expenses that accrue while they are unable to work. Workers’ compensation...
Working the land is as hazardous as it is exhausting. Beneath the sunshine and citrus groves lies one of the most dangerous industries in Florida: agriculture. For the thousands who plant, harvest and maintain inland crops, each workday carries risks that often go...
Florida construction workers face many dangers. Simply working outside in the unrelenting heat and humidity takes a heavy toll on construction workers’ bodies. They must stay hydrated and get frequent breaks to avoid heat stroke. But another danger also threatens...
Workplace violence has been an increasing issue in many different professions. Retail workers, medical professionals and even teachers have faced alarming levels of violence in the workplace in recent years. People never know when a co-worker or a member of the...
Being injured on the job can be overwhelming. In addition to managing medical appointments and recovery, many workers worry about whether they could lose their jobs while receiving workers' compensation benefits. This concern is valid, especially when an injury keeps...