It’s that time of year again when Daylights Savings ends, and we “fall back” and gain an hour of sleep. While gaining an hour of sleep may seem enjoyable, research has shown that it can have adverse health consequences, including sleep disruption, mood disturbances, and even an increased risk of fatal accidents. This biannual event […]
After Daylight Savings kicks in and the days get longer, workplace injuries increase. According to the U.S. Department of Labor and Mine Safety and Health Administration, injury data from 1983 to 2006 suggests that more injuries occur on the Monday after DST kicks in, with workers suffering more severe injuries. Most of these workers are […]
I’ve Been Hurt, but My Employer Doesn’t Have Insurance. Now What? Unfortunately, this is a question that we hear all too often. A person has been hurt on the job, has tried to file for workers compensation, and finds out that their employer does not have the necessary insurance. Often, the employer will attempt to […]
Based upon previous articles that have been posted recently, you may be left wondering what the difference is between a worker’s compensation claim and a personal injury claim. While there are many differences between the two, it may blur together when you try to sort through each online in an attempt to do your own […]
Every state in our country has different laws in regards to workers compensation and what is considered an injury or disability. For example, in North Carolina permanent total disability is rarely given out as the criteria is rather strict. This is because it entitles an injured worker to a lifetime of benefits which is expensive […]
