A new report shows the five most common workplace injuries causing the majority of U.S. workers’ compensation claims. The study also found that newer employees – those with less than a year under their belt – account for over one-third of all claims. For its 2024...
While every employee deserves a safe working environment, the unfortunate reality is that workplace accidents can and do occur. In such instances, Maryland's comprehensive workers' compensation system is a crucial safeguard for employees. Understanding your rights and...
A work injury can be a stressful and disruptive event. Not only are you dealing with physical pain, but lost wages can add significant financial strain. If this prevents you from performing at total capacity, workers' compensation offers benefits to help injured...
Maryland may not sound like a center of agricultural business, but the state has about 12,500 farms. Agribusiness is booming in Maryland, but workers still face the same risks their counterparts in other states do. Common agriculture injuries The agriculture industry...
Some jobs require employees to use a vehicle as part of their routine. An employee has many opportunities to operate a motor vehicle. It might be for a food delivery service, hauling cargo or transporting other workers – these are all performed as part of work....
While the human ear can pick up various sounds, it’s also vulnerable to loud noises. Sufficiently loud sounds can even cause noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Although it’s possible to suffer NIHL from exposure to loud sounds in daily life, those whose work involves...
Returning to work can be challenging, especially when grappling with a disability or recovering from an injury. The physical demands and the fear of risking another injury can add to stress levels. This can potentially slow down the recovery process. Maryland provides...
Workers' compensation benefits are designed to provide you with compensation after an injury or illness at work. Although a workplace injury or illness can happen in any type of job, there are industries where injuries are more likely to occur. According to the...
Workers' compensation serves as a safety net for employees who suffer injuries or illnesses in the workplace. It provides financial support and covers medical expenses for those affected. However, providers of workers' compensation sometimes deny claims, and...
Of the different possible workplace injuries you can suffer, the kind that results in limb loss – also called traumatic amputation – is one of the worst. Traumatic amputations are painful and lead to the permanent loss of a body part. It could be as simple as losing a...