You might feel intimidated to return to work after experiencing an accident there. You may also have concerns about when is the right time to go back. A positive experience transitioning back to your job will require some planning. Collaborating with your health care...
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How much is the average funeral?
If you recently lost a loved one due to the negligence or carelessness of others, you must deal with end-of-life of affairs. One such affair is the funeral. A funeral requires careful planning and financial preparation. It is important that you familiarize yourself...
Handling the cost of a funeral after a wrongful death
Whether as a result of a motor vehicle accident, a workplace accident or even medical malpractice, handling a sudden death is complex and difficult. It demands a lot of attention and time in a moment, all while you deal with unexpected grief. Understanding the costs...
Missed work and other data on occupational injuries
If you suffer an injury while working, a number of challenges could arise. In addition to high levels of pain, you could face financial hardships due to the inability to work as well as medical costs. Sometimes, work-related injuries make it impossible to return to...
What types of benefits are available under workers’ comp?
In Louisiana, most companies must provide workers’ compensation coverage for their employees. WC protects employers from job-related injury lawsuits by offering workers essential benefits to help them through their recovery. One of the most important workers’ comp...
A closer look at work-related traffic collisions
Whether your job duties involve driving a taxi, a large truck or any type of vehicle, it is crucial to understand the risks that you face on the road. Work-related traffic collisions are particularly concerning, and the aftermath of a crash could prevent you from...
Did you hurt your spine at work?
Back pain is actually the leading cause of people calling out from work across the globe. However, back injuries can cause more than just a few days that require rest and an ice pack. Injuries to certain parts of the back, like the spine, can result in lasting damage...
The issue with falls in the construction industry
Working in construction is risky, as there is a wide variety of hazards. Falls account for a large number of fatal and nonfatal injuries. The majority of falls are preventable, and the key is to understand why falls occur and what to do to minimize the risks involved....
Some warehouse workers see double the injury rate of others
All warehouse workers across Louisiana and the rest of the nation face a high risk of experiencing a work-related injury. Yet, research shows that workers employed by one of the United States’ largest warehouse employers are especially susceptible to injury. Per WAFB,...
Workplace hazards for nurses
All occupations pose some type of risk to workers, but nurses have a higher exposure to various hazards. This results in injuries and illnesses that affect not only their quality of life, but also patient care. Hazards that most nurses come across on a daily basis...