It's surprisingly easy for nurses in Connecticut to overlook some of the simplest and most routine safety precautions. No matter how experienced you are, it's always a good time to brush up on some safety tips. Know your own strength It's common for nurses to...
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Shoulder injuries suffered by truck drivers
A truck driver may operate a vehicle for many years without ever getting into an accident or suffering from collision-induced injuries. However, a trucker's job could lead to problems derived from regular performance and duties. Cranking a rig trailer might lead to...
How to avoid construction site injuries
Falling objects, live electrical wires and working at heights are a few of the hazards that you might encounter while working on a Connecticut construction site. Getting caught between objects is another common hazard that may occur if you ignore safety rules or if...
How to file workers’ compensation claims
If you get injured on the job in New Haven, Connecticut, you can file a workers' compensation claim. However, you must follow a process to determine your eligibility. How workers' compensation works Workers' compensation is insurance that your employer carries to...
Who is most likely to be injured at work?
Workplace injuries can happen anywhere, but did you know that there are some people who are at a greater risk of being injured? According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are industries that have higher percentages of workplace injuries than others....
What benefits are available to injured workers in Connecticut?
When you get hurt at work or something you work with makes you sick, you probably understand that you have the right to file a workers' compensation claim. However, if you're like most Connecticut employees, your understanding of the system stops about there. You may...
What construction workers need to know about workers’ compensation
As a construction worker, you take a variety of steps to maintain your safety throughout the day. But even the most cautious workers could suffer an injury on the job. Should you find yourself in this position, it’s critical that you learn more about the workers’...
Know your rights as an injured union worker in Connecticut
There are many benefits to being part of a union as a Connecticut worker. A union can help you negotiate for better compensation and benefits. It can help you and your co-workers demand safe and appropriate work conditions when an employer wants to put profits ahead...
Outlining the workers’ compensation process
Since the creation of the Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Act in 1913, the act has been evolving to constantly meet the ever-changing needs. The goal of the act, however, has always been to ensure the recovery of an employee injured on the job. What the process...
What you should know if you’ve been injured on the job
Connecticut’s blue-collar workers face injury risks most people do not have to deal with. This can be quite scary. If an injury or illness prevents you from doing your job, how are you supposed to provide for yourself and your family? This is where workers’...