When Michigan workers are injured on the job they are eligible for Workers’ Compensation benefits in order to help them and their families. But they may not be aware of all of the benefits that are available to them through this system. This post will explore some of the basic benefits that are available to injured Michigan workers through the state’s workers’ compensation program. AnContinue reading
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Federal agency urges steps to avoid construction vehicle injuries
Michigan construction workers know that vehicles operating on a worksite can present safety hazards. Here is some basic information about how to avoid a serious accident around a construction vehicle. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly half of all fatal workplace injuries from 2003 to 2010 were caused by a vehicle striking a worker. To cut down on these numbers, the National InstituteContinue reading
When can a Michigan worker collect Social Security Disability?
Michigan workers know that getting injured on the job can have serious financial consequences. If they are lucky, their injury may not prevent them from missing a lot of time on the job. But what if a worker receives a far more serious injury and faces an extended period of time when they are unable to work? Are there programs that can help them replaceContinue reading
Some basic facts about spine injury
The human spine is a complex collection of bones, nerves and soft tissue that allows us to stand, move about and perform daily tasks, both at home and on the job. And while many Michigan residents may not know the exact name for every part of the spine, they are well aware of how a spinal injury on the job caused either by trauma orContinue reading
Tips to protect a worker’s hands while on the job
Ask any Saginaw, Michigan, worker who has suffered a repetitive motion hand injury and they’ll probably tell you that the day they injured their hand was the day that they stopped taking their hands for granted. Hand injuries account for up to 80 percent of all workplace injuries, so it’s important to remember a few tips that can help workers protect their hands. Part ofContinue reading
Are there employer responsibilities with workers’ compensation?
Suffering a workplace injury can be a terrifying event for a worker in Michigan. The worker’s first responsibility is to notify their work supervisor of the injury and seek immediate medical attention if it is needed. Once this has been taken care of, the worker can begin to fill out the necessary forms for workers’ compensation. But what about the worker’s employer? Are there specificContinue reading
Poor Workers’ Compensation and injuries add to income inequality
Most residents of Tuscola County, Michigan, work extremely hard at their jobs. They know that the income they receive is very important to them and their families. But, if they are injured on the job, many of these workers believe that they will receive the necessary monetary benefits from Workers’ Compensation that will cover their lost wages. However, a new report issued by the U.S.Continue reading
Carpal tunnel syndrome facts that Michigan workers should know
Most Saginaw, Michigan, workers are confident in their abilities to perform their jobs. They know that their managers and co-workers can depend on them to complete their daily work tasks to the best of their abilities. And, while they may from time to time go to work with small aches and pains, they know that it is important to recognize any physical signs that mayContinue reading
OSHA cites another federal organization for safety violations
Sometimes employees in Huron County are subjected to unsafe conditions. They may be exposed to chemical, mechanical or electrical dangers at their worksite without their knowledge. These kinds of dangers may exist simply because the employer doesn’t know about them or they may even be the result of employer negligence. Either way, these situations need to be reported immediately to both management and the properContinue reading
Situations Michigan workers’ compensation doesn’t cover
Being injured on the job can be a challenging and frustrating situation for any Michigan worker. In just a matter of moments, someone can go from being a normal, healthy individual, who is providing for his or her family, to a person who is unable to work and now requires medical care and special treatment. It is even more frustrating when that worker realizes thatContinue reading
