Most people rely on their jobs in order to earn income and provide for themselves and their family. They rely on their employers to maintain a safe working environment and trust their co-workers to be safe as well to prevent accidents from occurring. However,...
Workers’ Compensation
Construction worker’s death illustrates the dangers within industry
The January death of a Connecticut construction worker exemplifies the risks, hazards and dangers faced by people employed within this industry. Serious and fatal injuries are not uncommon among construction workers. According to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, of...
On-duty auto accident injures two Connecticut troopers
In Connecticut, any job can be dangerous with the potential for injury. However, certain jobs carry with them a fundamental level of risk. For those who work in physically demanding jobs like construction and other hands-on jobs, there is always a chance that there...
Certain professions may pose greater carpal tunnel risk
The median nerve runs down the arm and supplies signals from the brain to the hand and fingers. The carpal tunnel is a space between the bones of the wrist that allows the median nerve to pass through. When the tissues of the carpal tunnel swell, it can put pressure...
I filed for workers’ comp: Can I get fired?
If you suffer an injury on the job in Connecticut, the law protects you when you file a workers’ compensation claim. However, some employers may try to find ways around these anti-discriminatory laws. Your employer is not going to tell you they are terminating you...
Should you get a tetanus shot if you’re hurt at work?
Of all the injuries that you thought could hurt you, getting a splinter was not one of them. You work as a contractor and have had many splinters over the years. This one was worse, though. It dug down deep, and it was not coming out easily. The area became red and...
If you’re injured while you’re at work, you can file a claim
Can you imagine what it would be like to be working on your job and suddenly be caught in a machine? Can you think of how life-changing experiences like being sprayed with dangerous chemicals or caught in an explosion would be?These are all things that can happen to...
Hurt at work? Get workers’ compensation
In Connecticut, it's the job of the State of Connecticut Workers' Compensation Commission to provide information about workers' compensation to people in the state.When you're hurt on the job, the Workers' Compensation Act allows you to seek out medical treatment. You...
What happens when you suffer from chemical burns?
Chemical burns are a real problem in some workplaces. Whether you're working in a chemistry lab or teach at a local university, you could be exposed to chemicals that could leave your skin burned and damaged.Chemical burns can be caused by some common chemicals found...
Worksite safety must be a priority to prevent injuries
Working in a construction zone on a highway or roadway is dangerous. While you may have on a reflective vest and have flares or other notices out where drivers can see them, there's no guarantee that a driver won't drive into the area and cause a construction...
