A "repetitive stress injury" refers to a broad array of health conditions resulting from repeating the same motion over and over again. In most cases, tissue is damaged, a tendon... read more →
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2016 there were approximately 2.9 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses reported. Workplace injuries are indeed common, but that does not make your... read more →
If you’ve been injured in a work accident and have a NYS worker’s comp case pending, you should know that not all Doctor’s accept worker’s compensation insurance. The NYS Worker’s... read more →
Knee injuries are one of the most common cause of injury at work and can keep you out of the workforce for a long period of time – maybe even... read more →
If you enjoy working with your employer, you might feel hesitant to pursue a workers' compensation case. After all, you don't want to make life difficult for a reasonable boss,... read more →
In 2014, over 80,000 workers suffered head-related injuries, such as concussions in the workplace, reports Grainger Industrial Supply. Whether you bumped your head on equipment or took a fall on a... read more →
As the name suggests, repetitive motion injuries occur when a person repeatedly performs a certain physical task, leading to chronic pain, swelling, and weakness. The repeated task doesn't necessarily have... read more →
When most people hear the phrase "workplace injuries," they might picture machinery accidents or falls involving hazardous factory railings or floors. However, injuries with a subtle and gradual onset, such... read more →
Welders have an important job to do, and unfortunately that job often puts them at risk in a variety of ways. With that in mind, all welders should be aware... read more →
New York State is home to unique scaffolding laws that can play a significant role in local workers' compensation claims. These laws draw both praise and criticism, and their overall... read more →