The COVID-19 pandemic has forced people into their homes, leaving many workers wondering if they can receive workers’ comp for an injury. The coronavirus has impacted everyone throughout the country in different ways. While some have been furloughed or have permanently lost their jobs, others have to find new ways…
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Truckers can take charge of their own safety
Do you earn your living operating trucks? Whether you drive a truck for a Nebraska construction company, moving company, or industrial business or if you are the holder of a commercial driver’s license, you will likely face daily injury risks. Loading and unloading the truck, slipping when you enter or exit…
New to the workforce? Familiarize yourself with potential hazards
Have you recently entered the Nebraska workforce? Then you may have questions about the workers’ compensation insurance system. What are the benefits that you will receive in the event of a workplace injury? The program is in place to provide you with compensation for medical expenses and lost wages in…
What is ergonomics and how can it protect you in the workplace?
Do you earn your income by spending your days on a Nebraska assembly or production line in which you have to perform the same motions repeatedly while you are in an awkward body position, or having to stretch to do your job? If your employer disregards workplace ergonomics, you might be…
Are you at risk of toxic exposure in the workplace?
As a hard worker, you certainly try to complete any necessary task to the best of your ability. In return, you undoubtedly hope that your employer ensures that your workplace remains safe and poses as few hazards as possible. Unfortunately, this is not always the case, and even when precautions…
Hurt at work? Know your right to certain types of rehabilitation.
Work accidents can leave victims with a host of complex and painful injuries. For some Nebraska workers, it is possible to recover and return to work after a certain amount of time and proper medical care. However, it may not be so easy for you. You may find that because…
Protect your back -- listen to what your body tells you
Are you one of the thousands of workers in Nebraska who suffers from chronic back pain? It is not easy to concentrate on your job while dealing with constant dull back pain or stabbing sharp pains. Although back problems can develop in any occupation, industries such as manufacturing, construction and…
Keep fighting after a denied workers' compensation claim
When a work accident or occupational illness or condition leaves you injured, sick and unable to work, you know you need financial support. The purpose behind workers’ compensation is to provide care to workers who are hurt on the job, but it can sometimes be surprisingly difficult to actually obtain…
What do workers' compensation benefits actually cover?
Suffering an injury at work is more than an inconvenience. It affects your financial well-being and is a direct threat to the future of your career. You know that is it is critical to receive medical care and compensation for your accident-related losses, but actually securing those benefits can be…
3 reasons your workers' comp claim could face denial
Your line of work may place you in a position in which you face serious safety or health risks. Though you may follow all the implemented precautionary measures, your employer could possibly have overlooked a necessary safety step or failed to provide you with adequate safety gear. On the other…
An injury causing an amputation doesn't have to end your career
Have you witnessed a workplace accident in which a co-worker lost a body part? Along with the trauma that such an incident can cause a victim and any witnesses, it will naturally raise concern about how you will cope should you lose a leg, arm or even just a finger….
How to best treat a bulging disc
A bulging disc may not sound like a big deal, but this type of injury has the potential to keep you off your feet for quite some time. There are many causes of a bulging disc, including heavy lifting or a slip and fall. Regardless of how you suffered this…