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Workers’ Compensation Basics

If you are eligible for workers ’ compensation, you will be provided replacement income, rehabilitation, and medical expenses. You may not be covered 100%, but a good majority will be covered. If you are unable to work, you will receive approximately 2/3 of your income. These payments are tax-free. This will kick in after you have had to miss a few days of work due to a work related injury and illness. Some people become injured to the point that they can…

Head Injuries and Hearing Damage

Typical symptoms of occupational noise impairment that has affected the inner ear are: Temporary or permanent ringing in the ears (tinnitus) Needing to turn up the volume on the TV and other audio equipment Higher pitched sounds becoming muffled Trouble following conversations, especially in crowded situations People needing to repeat themselves to you often Major hearing loss can also occur through direct head injuries. Auto accidents and acts of violence are the most common, but any direct blow to the head can cause either temporary or…

If You’ve Been Injured in a Slip and Fall

If You’ve Been Injured in a Slip and Fall If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, there are certain steps you should take to protect yourself. Determining who is at fault for the dangerous condition that lead to your slip and fall is the first step. Personal Negligence If you have been injured in a slip and fall, first you must determine if the accident was caused by your own negligence, or…

Your Auto Accident Checklist

Car accidents are the leading cause of death and personal injury. Unfortunately the statistics show that nearly every single one of us will be involved in and automobile accident (either minor or major) at some point in our lives. With this in mind it pays to be prepared. We should be prepared to both deal with an emergency, and to know what to do when an accident does occur. Take a first aid course so you can be ready to assist others…

Head Injuries

Many head injuries that occur can be very mild and heal with no problems. Head injuries do not always mean brain damage but they can. Half a million people a year require hospitalization for head injuries. With most head injuries observation is important to see if any complications develop. When infants are involved the best option is always to seek medical advice immediately. Sporting injuries, falls, objects falling on the head and car accidents are the most common form of head…