As an employer, you’re responsible for attempting to prevent workplace injuries in the first place by ensuring your employees have a safe place to work. But a job-related accident can still happen. And you need to know what to do when they occur. Employer Responsibilities An employer’s number one priority should be to make sure …
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Volunteers are an asset to a number of businesses and organizations. But something that’s often overlooked is what happens to an injured volunteer when they get hurt while working for an organization or business. Don’t assume that injured volunteers will be protected by workers’ comp The definition of an employee in the state of South …
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Many people, especially insurance companies and employers, assume that most injured employees would rather file for workers’ compensation instead of returning to work. While this certainly can apply to some employees on workers comp, it doesn’t apply to all. A majority of injured employees are more likely to negotiate for a fair lump sum settlement. …
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When it comes to filing your workers’ comp claim, there are certain things to do and other things you need to avoid. Help protect your legal rights and ensure you get the benefits you deserve. Take note of a few of the things you should AVOID doing when it comes to your workers’ comp claim. …
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When a regular ol’ car is involved in a vehicle collision with a large truck, the result is seldom very good. Because of the massive size and weight of trucks, a vehicle collision can oftentimes be deadly (especially if speeding is another factor). What’s worse is that truck drivers are forced to stay on the …
A work-related back injury is one of the most common types of reported injuries in the workplace. They’re caused by a variety of different things and can happen to anyone, at any time. Here are few facts you may not have known about a work-related back injury: Back injuries make up 1 out of 5 …
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The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) exists to protect workers from hazards in their workplaces. Employers are required by OSHA (and law) to ensure their employees are safe. They’re expected to get rid of known dangers in the workplace, supply workers with the right personal protective equipment, and keep employees trained with up-to-date knowledge …
When a SC employee gets injured on the job, they may find themselves asking a variety of questions, such as: Do I need a South Carolina workers’ comp attorney do deal with my case? Can I handle my case on my own? When do I need to hire a lawyer? These are important and valid …
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PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) is a mental health condition. It typically arises from a traumatic event, such as witnessing or experiencing a life-threatening event. Any sort of traumatic event, even those that occur at work, are likely to spark PTSD in an individual. If you’ve experienced a horrific event and find yourself suffering from the …
Ah, summertime… The smell of freshly mowed lawns, the taste of freshly squeezed lemonade, and… The sound of construction work. It’s no surprise to any South Carolina resident that summer means road construction (and potential road construction accidents). The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has a 10 year plan in place to continually work …
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