Sustaining an injury at the workplace can significantly impact your life. The injury can have physical and emotional effects. Workplace injuries can range from minor cuts and bruises to severe life-altering accidents that can leave lasting effects. Knowing how these...
Construction work provides a steady source of income for workers across Norwich, Connecticut. There are always new projects in the pipeline as well as older buildings that need to be repaired. It is no secret that the construction industry is one of the most...
Your health is important – and that’s why you’re particular about who is in charge of your medical care. You trust your primary care physician to have your best interests at heart, and you trust their skill when it comes to directing your care. So, why would you go to...
If your teen is working in a restaurant as a server, busser or host, you may not be especially worried about their safety – unless you had a similar job back in the day. If you did, you know how many risks there are all around them. Most of the serious dangers can be...
Humans are well-equipped to carry out complex tasks and many of these assignments are completed by using the hands and fingers. Whatever type of work you do, your hands will be pivotal in your processes. Unfortunately, the hands and fingers can be vulnerable to...
Proper safety training is a major part of starting a new manufacturing position. You will learn techniques ranging from safe lifting to the override procedures when someone needs to work on a piece of equipment. It is crucial that individuals working at manufacturing...
Filing a workers’ compensation claim after suffering a workplace accident does not guarantee that you will get benefits. Your claim could hit a snag for several reasons, such as the circumstances of your accident, mistakes with the paperwork or failure to observe...
Workers in Connecticut are protected by workers’ compensation, which is a no-fault insurance most employers are required to have. According to state law, state agencies can’t deny workers the ability to file a claim, and if a business has at least one employee, it...
If you sustain an injury while working, it’s important to report the incident immediately and seek medical help. Unfortunately, too many workers ignore work-related accidents. While it can be tempting to try to “work through it,” this may lead to more issues down the...
When you leave home for work, you hope to fulfill your duty to your employer, collect your paycheck and retire home to your loved ones. However, every workplace comes with its share of challenges. Falls, overexertion, being struck by a moving object or an illness that...
