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First responders run toward the emergencies that others flee. Firefighters, police officers, and paramedics bear witness to the worst moments of people’s lives. While the physical toll of these professions is widely recognized, the invisible wounds — mental and emotional trauma — have often gone unaddressed. A new law now changes that for first responders...

Most people associate ergonomics with office workstations and standing desks, but the impact of ergonomic design extends far beyond the corporate world. In fact, many high-risk industries like agriculture, health care, and construction are now adopting advanced ergonomic solutions that can reduce injuries by as much as 50 percent, according to research. Solutions for common...

Recent research by the Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) highlights the substantial benefits of hiring an experienced workers' compensation lawyer for your injury claim. According to the study, individuals who enlist the help of an attorney often see a significant increase in the compensation they receive for their work-related injuries. "The key result is that...

Recently, Travelers Insurance conducted a survey and examined 1.2 million workers' compensation claims from 2017 to 2021. The results revealed that overexertion, slips, trips, and falls, and being struck by an object are the top reasons workers get hurt on the job. Slips, trips, and falls made up 23% of workplace injuries, while overexertion led...

Trenches are common across the U.S., appearing on highways, large construction sites, and new home builds. Thousands of workers, including construction workers, plumbers, and utility employees, work in trenches daily. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) defines a trench as any narrow excavation made below the ground surface that is deeper than it is...

Technology promises to revolutionize workplace safety by using robots, machines, and advanced information processing to reduce worker hazards and improve monitoring and alerts. However, businesses are slow to adopt these technologies, potentially putting workers at risk of injury where prevention could be implemented. New survey explains barriers to on-the-job safety tech use A recent survey...

As outdoor temperatures climb, so does the risk of workplace injuries, according to a recent study from the Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI). This comprehensive analysis examined workers' compensation claims and weather data from 24 states between 2016 and 2021. It uncovered a clear link between rising temperatures and increased workplace injuries and illnesses. Study...

Whether you work in construction, manufacturing, or an office setting, your job likely requires you to use your hands. But when a workplace hand injury occurs, it can hinder your ability to perform daily tasks and may require you to take time off from work. This could potentially lead to a loss of income and...

April 28 is Workers’ Memorial Day, an annual event created half a century ago to remember people nationwide who died from work-related injuries or illnesses. More than 50 years later, this event remains as important as ever. That’s because workplace fatalities remain a serious problem nationwide and in many states as well, including Pennsylvania. So,...

What are SSDI eligibility requirements for TBI benefits? Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time. Whether it's due to a negligent driver running a red light in Allentown, a slip and fall on a wet grocery store floor in Bethlehem, a construction site accident in Fullerton, or another situation, TBIs...