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Construction injuries can happen at any time of the day. According to a study conducted by Oregon State University (OSU), time is a factor in many traumatic injuries sustained by construction workers. For instance, the study found that construction workers typically sustain injuries within the first four hours of working. After that, the hourly injury…

New York workers' compensation lawyers discuss medical care and compensation for a workplace back injury According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, back injuries are the second most common cause of missed days at work. They affect more than 38 percent of workers across all occupations, including: 52.8% of nurses 43% of laborers, freight…

Burn injuries are some of the most severe injuries workers sustain on the job. They often range from painful (but recoverable) to life-changing or fatal. Workers can suffer life-long scarring, disfigurement and potential loss of a body part. Sometimes, burns result in dangerous bacterial infections, loss of blood, or a significant drop in body temperature.…

Workers who are involved in workplace accidents often sustain injuries that require more than a quick trip to the hospital. Serious workplace injuries can take several months to recover from and result in steep medical expenses. If you were hurt on the job, undergoing physical therapy can help you restore mobility, speed up recovery and…

If you were injured on the job or suffered from an illness you believe was linked to work, you may not know exactly where to turn or how to go about pursuing workers' compensation benefits. The process is more complex than you think, which is one reason why you might need to turn to an…

New York workers' compensation lawyers discuss how a contingency fee works Once you suffer a workplace injury or develop a work-related illness, you may be faced with a heap of medical expenses. Meanwhile, you might not be able to work or earn a paycheck while you recover. While you may know that your losses can…

Some workers can't continue working due to an injury. Some can return to work, but can't perform their jobs the same way they did before their injuries occurred. If you have sustained a disability, you may be eligible for social security disability (SSD) benefits. This pays for monthly financial benefits based on your average lifetime earnings.…

After any type of workplace accident, it's important that you see a doctor to find out if you sustained an injury. Some injuries can take a few days to start showing symptoms and can get worse over time. Some workplace injuries are serious enough to cause immediate pain and loss of mobility. This is when…

Workers across a wide range of occupations can be injured by unsecured items, tools and equipment. Workplace accidents involving falling debris often occur in construction, warehousing, the car industry and manufacturing. They usually happen when: Scaffolding and ladders aren't properly secured on construction sites Hand tools and building materials aren't properly secured or stored. This…

Sciatica is a condition that aggravates the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve runs from the lower back, through the hips and buttocks, down each leg and to the feet. Compression of this nerve causes pain that radiates from the lower back down the back of the legs. The pain can be a mild ache, a…