Workers’ Compensation

Workplace violence has become a sad fact of life in the U.S. Sometimes it’s at the hands of current or former employees. Sometimes, a customer, visitor or someone whose target is an employee is the perpetrator. Hospital employees, for example, are too often the...

Factory work is often strenuous and filled with a variety of hazards. While most people will focus on overly obvious hazards, such as moving machinery, there’s another hazard to think about – noise exposure.  The noise level in a factory can be considerable and...

Construction is the backbone of New York's vibrant urban landscape. With over 240,000 lane miles and stunning high-rise buildings, it's an essential industry that continually shapes the state's progress. However, with constant activity and quick-paced work...

Workers in New York may be at risk of being hit by objects whether they work in factories, offices or other environments. However, there are a number of steps that can be taken to prevent or minimize the risk of such incidents taking place. Wear protective equipment...

The results of a study of workers’ compensation claims filed in New York and around the country suggest that employers should put more effort into training new hires. Researchers from one of the nation’s largest insurers discovered that more than a third of workplace...

Hernias occur when portions of your organs protrude through a muscle wall, and this commonly occurs in your groin or stomach. Some people are at higher risk of developing hernias, especially those who work in active jobs where muscle strain is common. The good news is...

Construction is one of the most dangerous occupations in New York. Every year, hundreds of occupational deaths happen on construction sites. Scaffolding collapse is one of the leading causes of death and injury for construction workers. Scaffolding safety in New York...

Most people don't show up to their New York jobs expecting workplace accidents to happen. Unfortunately, that's the reality for hundreds of thousands of workers each year in this state. While workplace injuries can happen in many ways, one of the most dangerous injury...

Nurses face some of the most rewarding and difficult jobs in New York. Because of their demanding work, it’s easy for them to suffer injuries or illness on the job. Here is how nurses can remain safe while at work. Take care handling sharps Needles and other sharps...

Workers in certain types of New York occupations may be at risk for musculoskeletal disorders. Job-related accidents could lead to such injuries. These are the biggest risk factors. Different types of work-related musculoskeletal injuries There are several types of...