Some people don't like to see the doctor. We understand this. But a serious work injury is one situation in which you must see the doctor immediately and schedule follow-up appointments when necessary. You must follow your doctor's orders to a T. This is not only...
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What do you know about jobs causing carpal tunnel syndrome?
You enjoy your job in Virginia, but could your position trigger workplace injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome? You may not immediately notice a condition like CTS, or you may not connect it to your job duties. To help you determine whether you have a workers'...
Dangers on the job for nurses
Nurses are responsible for the care and comfort of the sick and injured. So what happens when a caretaker becomes hurt or ill as a result of the job? Workers' compensation law covers those in the healthcare field who find themselves needing medical attention. Some...
Why should you take repetitive strain injuries seriously?
Virginia residents like you work hard at your job every day. You take every precaution you can to stay safe while at work. Your workplace also has precautionary and safety measures in place to keep its workers safe. But did you know that one of the most common forms...
Can I sue my employer for my injuries?
Sustaining an injury on the job and being unable to work as a result is many people’s worst nightmare. Fortunately, the Virginia workers’ compensation system entitles you to approximately 66% of your regular wages if you suffer an injury on the job. However, many...
Health care workers often need workers’ compensation benefits
The health care sector is one of the largest industries in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that more than 18 million people work in this field, and this group is among those workers most likely to suffer nonfatal on-the-job...
Injury risk in the construction industry
When you think about industries that are at a high risk for employee injuries or illnesses, the construction industry may be one of the first that comes to mind. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 200,000 construction workers sustained...
How workplace wounds may slow your return to work
From papercuts in an office to nails on a construction site, there are many ways for workers to sustain injuries to their skin while in the workplace. Sometimes skin wounds like abrasions or lacerations do not require more than a simple bandage and sometimes they...
Understanding what qualifies as a school zone?
As schools begin to pick back up, it is your responsibility as a driver to make sure you are alert and aware of how this may change your commute. You know you must watch out at bus stops and when interacting with buses on the roadways, but you also must be aware of...
What are some reasons people speed on the road?
Driving 20 mph faster than the posted speed limit is a form of reckless driving (Va. Code § 46.2-862), so naturally, you want to avoid it so that you do not incur a criminal traffic offense. However, some motorists drive fast in response to an emotional state or a...
