Workers sometimes wonder what the most dangerous industries are, in part because they want to know what level of risk they face. How likely are they to be injured in a workplace accident? One way to look into this is simply by considering the number of fatal accidents...
Claiming compensation after a workplace injury is a right for most workers. The money should go to cover things such as their medical bills and the wages they lose while recovering. Yet, just because your employer has worker’s compensation insurance, that does not...
If you work in the food service industry, whether as a chef, waiter, fast food worker, kitchen assistant, dining room attendant/busser, cashier and so on, you may be susceptible to certain injuries. If you sustain an injury while working, your employer may be required...
Workers’ compensation in Virginia provides injured workers with certain protections and benefits. Injured employees who are eligible for workers’ comp can receive medical coverage and lost wages. Not everyone is eligible for workers’ comp. For example, employees...
Roofing requires a unique skill set because workers are always operating at great heights and navigating equipment to get on roofs in need of attention. Ultimately, roofers are regularly exposed to various safety hazards that can result in catastrophic injuries....
If you are an employee in a hazardous occupation, you deserve to have the correct personal protective equipment (PPE). In many cases, it’s mandatory. Your employer may have to provide you with the correct equipment so that you can do your job safely. Examples include:...
Virginia summers are characterized by high temperatures frequently exceeding 90 degrees and high humidity, which creates a challenging environment for construction workers. Workers and employers need to be aware of the risks that can lead to heat-related illnesses...
Roofers ensure that both new builds and older homes remain watertight. Obviously, a lot of the work that roofers carry out involves operating from a height, which is dangerous. What are some of the biggest injury risks that roofers face? The fatal 4 Roofers fall...
Navigating workers' compensation claims can be difficult. Most working professionals only understand the basics about what benefits they have available. They never learn the nuance of how the workers' compensation program in Virginia operates. Employees often...
Many workplaces have ladders. Some use them a lot and some only pull them out occasionally, such as to hang the Christmas decorations. Regardless, ladders can be dangerous. Each year over 300 people die when using them and another 500,000 need treatment for injuries....
