Every worker in Minnesota depends on his or her employer to keep him or her safe while he or she is on the clock. Chances are that your workplace has standards in place to keep everyone safe. With that said, certain workplace safety hazards are sometimes easy to...
Month: June 2021
Minnesota extending COVID-19 workers’ comp benefits for front-line health workers
Good news for Minnesota first responders, doctors and nurses who contracted COVID-19 during the height of the pandemic. The state Legislature has extended its temporary rule making it easier for people in those jobs to qualify for workers' compensation. Under ordinary...
What to watch out for while working in manufacturing
Minnesota employers are generally required to take steps to provide their employees with a safe working environment. However, despite a company's best efforts, there is still a chance that you could sustain an injury while on the job. If you work in the manufacturing...
Common injuries for warehouse workers
All Minnesota workers know they face some degree of injury each time they are on the job. But the injury risk is more prevalent for warehouse workers than in many other occupations. Warehouse workers who take the time to familiarize themselves with the most common...