Workers' compensation is a type of insurance that is available to almost all workers in the event that they become injured while engaging in work-related activities. For example, a construction worker could gain compensation for all medical costs and some lost wages...
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Common workplace injuries affecting workers in Louisiana
It is safe to say that all industries experience workplace accidents leading to injury, some more than others. Although the rate of workplace injuries in Louisiana has enjoyed a downward trend for 18 years, injurious accidents still affect thousands of residents. For...
Can you get workers’ comp for a pre-existing injury that worsens because of your job?
Not every worker who gets hurt in Louisiana suffers a sudden, traumatic injury. Many workplace injuries are not new. They are existing injuries that job responsibilities slowly make worse over time. If you have a bad back or a bad knee that has gotten much worse since...
Do part-time workers get workers’ comp?
You lost your job in the last year, but you were fortunate enough to get a new one. However, even that company is feeling a bit of financial strain, so they’re only hiring part-time workers instead of full-time workers. The job also carries a fair amount of risk....
Black Friday and workplace injuries: What you should know
It’s that time of year again: The Black Friday sales are already starting. Once confined solely to the day following Thanksgiving, the annual retail extravaganza that sends shoppers out in droves to hunt for bargains seems to take up at least a week. That doesn’t...
Common hazards for chefs
As a chef, you know that there is almost always work available. While the work may be tough and involve long hours, you will rarely remain jobless. However, the fast-paced nature of the work can leave you open to workplace injuries. While most are minor, each year,...
Suffering an injury while working from home
COVID-19 has challenged individuals and business owners alike. Coping with a year of firsts, organizations have had to revise policies and implement changes based on a fluid, uncertain situation. Remote workers are a prime example of this. For many organizations,...
Can you pick your own doctor for workers’ compensation in Louisiana?
When you’re hurt, it’s important to have a doctor that you trust. In Louisiana, the rules surrounding workers’ compensation put the power to select a treating physician in the hands of the injured employee -- not the insurance company or the employer. There is a...
What are ergonomic workplace injuries?
Ergonomic injuries are injuries that are caused by using incorrect ergonomics while working. Ergonomically correct positioning helps reduce strain and the likelihood of injury. However, if a workplace is not ergonomic in some ways, then workers could be at a higher...
American workers are the key to economic success
The role of the American worker cannot be overstated. Some work in government jobs, building roads or maintaining public areas. Others work for small, local businesses, giving them the chance to thrive and serve the community. Still others work for massive domestic or...