When you're working outside, one thing you may have to watch out for is bug bites. While they may seem minor, stings and bites can lead to life-threatening situations for some people. Additionally, some bug bites can cause serious diseases. A few common side effects...
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Teacher files claim for attack at work and receives a denial
Teachers have a difficult job. They're exposed to hazards every day, including disgruntled students and parents in some instances. In this case, a teacher's workers' compensation claim was denied in Illinois, even though he was attacked by an intruder in his...
Illinois among costliest states with workers’ compensation
In a recent study, it was found that Illinois' workers' compensation claims are higher than in most other states. A May 20 news report describes the reasoning behind Illinois having some of the highest workers' compensation costs in the United States: The state has...
Repetitive strain injuries: Seek early assistance with recovery
When you're working, there is nothing worse than doing your job and suddenly feeling the ping of pain that comes with repetitive strain injuries. Whether you're lifting patients into their beds or trying to install a new device for your company, almost anyone has the...
What’s the purpose of vocational rehabilitation?
After you're involved in a work accident, you may not be able to do the things you could before. You might have lost a limb, suffered a head injury or have another condition that impacts your ability to do the job you had before. You may think you'll never be able to...
The Causes of Workplace Amputations
Thousands of people lose limbs, fingers, and toes each year due to workplace injuries. In 2015, 10,388 severe work-related injuries were caused by deficient working conditions. These required 7,636 hospitalizations and 2,644 amputations. OSHA's report showed that...
The Most Common Workplace Injuries
Algonquin workers' compensation lawyers represent clients seeking compensation for the work related injuries. These include the following which are the most common injuries workers experience. (Article continues below Infographic) ______ Overexertion - In 2015, there...
More Than 50% of Work-Related Injuries Are Not Reported
Despite recent changes in reporting regulations, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has concluded that more than 50 percent of on the job injuries are still going unreported. More than a year after the new reporting requirements became effective,...
Workers’ Compensation for Public Safety Employees
Public safety employees including police officers, prison correctional and probation officers, firefighters, paramedics, and other first response workers face daily risks in their jobs that often lead to serious or life-threatening injuries. Public safety injuries are...
Workers Compensation Commission Recognizes PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a mental health condition long associated with members of the military and first responders. In recent years, PTSD mental health professionals have applied PTSD to a wider variety of patients. In Illinois, PTSD is now...