Having a benefit package from an employer means receiving more than just hourly wages for one's labor. Many blue-collar employees have complicated compensation packages that provide them with an assortment of benefits in addition to their base pay. Some employers...
The construction industry is notoriously hazardous, and it is well-known for high-risk work environments. There are many different injury risks that workers may face on construction sites. Safety regulations are put in place to help mitigate these risks. However,...
Health care workers deserve proper benefits if they are injured on the job. They have the same right to workers’ comp that employees can get in virtually any other industry. In fact, the health services industry is known to be one of the more dangerous industries in...
There are many professionals in Minnesota who take pride in having a physically-demanding job that requires that they spend a good portion of their time outside. Construction workers, road repair crews and countless other blue-collar professionals may spend a...
Some people work white-collar jobs that they can likely continue performing even after a serious injury. Others need to be able to move their bodies freely and frequently to fulfill their job responsibilities. Factory work can be some of the most demanding and...
As a diesel mechanic, you're undoubtedly aware of the inherent risks associated with your line of work. Being knowledgeable about these risks is not just about safety - it's crucial to understand how they may impact your rights under workers' compensation laws if an...
Officials with the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry said that a surprise inspection at the Tony Downs Food Company in Madelia found that the company was employing eight children under the age of 18 to drive forklifts, operate meat grinders and flash-freeze...
You don't have to work at an overly physical job in Minnesota to get recurrent back pain. Many different occupations have several factors that can cause workplace injuries. Even though your work situation may be the primary factor resulting in back pain, you can do...
No one ever goes into the mining industry in Minnesota thinking it's the safest profession in the world. But despite the dangers, awareness of the most common workplace hazards can help mitigate the risk of injury. How common are slip and fall injuries in the mining...
The online retailing giant Amazon employs thousands of warehouse workers in Minnesota and around the country, and the results of an investigation being conducted by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration reveal that they work in environments that are far...