If you don't have good English skills and you work on some Pennsylvania construction sites, you may find that it could be a safety hazard.Construction relies on communication. There are so many people usually involved in any project and it's important that each job is done accurately and correctly in order to finish the task on budget and on time. If there is a language barrier, it can slow down the process.
Workplace falls and employer responsibility
Every year, workers are injured or killed in on-the-job falls, and prevention is key to protecting yourself. Here are some common questions and answers about preventing workplace falls.
Study compares outcomes of injured workers in 15 states
The Workers Compensation Research Institute has released the results of new studies that compare the outcomes injured workers have had when utilizing workers' compensation across 15 states. The outcomes the studies examined included the recovery of physical health and function, earnings recovery, return to work, and the access and satisfaction with the medical treatment they received.
Making Sure Your Worker's Compensation Claim Goes Through
Few people go to work each day thinking they will need to file a workers' compensation claim due to a workplace related injury or illness. However, employers are required to carry coverage and many people are put in situations where they are force to file a claim.
