Specific Industry Coverages
Worker’s Comp
Are Work-from-Home Employees Covered by Workers Comp?
Looking at risks like slips and falls and other risks Work from home surges under COVID-19 Employees had to quickly figure out the work from home logistics at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that workers have conquered those
Gun-carrying teachers: Workers’ Comp carriers OK, so far
Weapons and tactical training are key Workers’ compensation implications come into play when contemplating the practice of arming teachers to respond to the threat of a school shooting. Workplace safety is also an issue. But, for now, the insurance industry
Exercise Ball Seating and Standing Desks Falling Out of Favor
Keeping employees physically comfortable at work Do your employees spend long periods of time standing or sitting? Maybe your work environment is pretty hip and encourages casual seating, standing desks, and the occasional power nap? Whatever the case, it’s important
Building Design Impacts Slip/Trip/Fall Hazards
Taking safety into account during the design stages Most commercial property owners work hard to make their premises safer by putting down mats between entryways and solid surfaces; promoting clean floors and appropriate footwear. And yet, slips, trips and falls
Why Workers’ Comp Claimants Prefer Attorney Representation
The reasons behind needing the assistance of an attorney The three main reasons injured employees hire an attorney when filing Workers’ Compensation claims is lack of workplace trust, fear of the claim being denied, and the severity of the injury
The Economics of Ergonomics
It’s not something to be overlooked Think your technology firm’s employees aren’t likely to get injured on the job? Think again. More than half of all workplace injuries are related to musculoskeletal disorders. MSD injuries are common among those who
