Category Archives: Workplace Injuries
Work injuries can prove devastating for oil and gas professionals
Oil and gas workers receive competitive wages even when compared with other blue-collar employees. Their job is very demanding and comes with multiple major safety risks, so their employers generally need to offer competitive pay. Job risks for those in oil and gas jobs range…
Can an injured worker take their employer to court?
Getting hurt on the job might mean significant financial hardship for a worker and for their close family members. In some cases, a work injury is the result of a minor mistake by an injured worker or someone else on their team. Other times, workers…
Why would you make a third-party workers’ comp claim?
If you’re injured or develop an illness at work, then you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ comp benefits can help workers recover from their injuries by providing medical benefits and lost wages. Because Texas is a no-fault basis state, you may be…
Fall prevention systems vs. fall arrest systems: What’s the difference?
If you work at heights, you face extra risks on the job. Now, “heights” can mean a lot of different things, depending on the context. It could be as simple as using a lift in a warehouse or as complex as working on a high-rise…
Drug tests and workplace injuries: What you need to know
When someone gets hurt on the job, it automatically affects their employer’s bottom line. Naturally, a lot of employers (and their insurance companies) go out of their way to minimize their losses by looking for ways to minimize or outright deny a workers’ compensation claim.…
Adapting to an amputation after a workplace accident
Workplace accidents that result in amputations change workers’ lives permanently. Amputations of fingers, toes, feet, legs, hands or arms may leave workers unable to work and earn an income. They may struggle with pain, anxiety and dysfunction within their own bodies. If you’re hurt on…
Can you select your own doctor after a workplace injury?
When you get hurt on the job, it’s a painful reminder of how quickly your life could change. Now, you need to seek medical care and to go through a potentially long recovery. Who can help with that recovery? That depends on the doctor you…
Are repetitive strain injuries more common among certain workers?
Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) can be quite debilitating. They’re unlike other medical conditions. Many individuals with RSIs will remain relatively asymptomatic or experience periodic discomfort for months, if not years. The conditions gradually become chronic as the damage to their tendons, nerves and muscles worsen…
Injured workers shouldn’t be left trying to cover bills
All workers should have a safe place to get their job duties done. This takes work on the part of the employer because they need to provide the protocol and tools to make this happen. While most companies take pride in having a good safety…
Construction site fatalities commonly caused by these 4 issues
Construction workers have to be very careful as they do their job duties. It is imperative that they understand some of the bigger risks that they face, so they can try to avoid them. Their employers should do the same, so they can develop safety…
OSHA revises current amputation rules
Manufacturing companies in Texas and throughout the United States are required to ensure that machines are safe to use. This generally means that a machine is properly guarded and that there is a regular maintenance schedule in place. Taking these steps may minimize or eliminate…
Frequently asked questions about work injuries
Taking the right steps after a work injury is crucial. Along with medical bills, you may also be faced with lost wages if you’re unable to work during your recovery. In this case, filing for worker’s compensation is a must, and employees must take the…
What is bronchiolitis obliterans?
Bronchiolitis obliterans, also known colloquially as popcorn lung, is a respiratory condition that often stems from breathing in toxic chemicals. These chemicals damage the minute airways within the lungs, which leads to a host of troubling symptoms. There are a number of chemicals that contribute…
What is occupational therapy?
A work injury can put you out of commission for a long time when damage is significant. Among other types of treatments, people recovering from work injuries may also be recommended for occupational therapy. WebMD explains how this therapy can benefit patients and what to…
What is sciatica?
Many people experience lower back pain as a result of their professions, which can lead to sciatica. Sciatica is a painful condition that has numerous causes, including spinal stenosis and herniated discs. The Mayo Clinic offers the following information on sciatica so you can take…
What should workers know about ladder safety?
Ladders are commonplace on many worksites in San Antonio. As a result, it’s up to employers to ensure staff is appropriately knowledgeable about ladder safety, which prevents falls and devastating injuries. EHS Insight urges supervisors to pass the following tips along to workers so they…
Traumatic brain injuries can cause long-term damage
Traumatic brain injuries are a serious problem in Texas and across the United States. In fact, more than 2.8 million were sent to the emergency room, hospitalized or fatally injured due to brain injuries over the period of one year. While falls are the leading…
How can work conditioning help you heal?
If you have been injured at work, your first instinct is probably to seek medical attention and get treated for your injuries. You acknowledge that your injury will require you to take some time off of your job in Texas, but you have not thought…
How can I cope with depression related to chronic pain?
Serious work injuries can sometimes result in chronic pain conditions. Along with causing physical limitations, people with chronic pain also experience depression and anxiety. This makes it hard to cope with the situation and may also impact a person’s ability to recover from the event.…
What are the Fatal Four?
While statistics show that work in the construction industry consistently ranks among the most dangerous professions, and a practitioner of it you may not recognize the dangers. Yes, there are inherent risks with such work, yet your skills and experience can often help to mitigate…
How to get back to work after an injury
If you have been unable to work due to a disability and you feel you are ready to get back into the workforce, there are helpful programs to help prepare you. If you live in Texas and are receiving social security disability benefits, you can…
What is a repetitive stress injury?
Repetitive stress injuries (RSI) can affect workers in many different industries and professions. Even seemingly safe professions like office work entail a risk of these types of injuries, which can become debilitating over time. Healthline offers the following information so you can take the proper…
What are work-related emotional injuries?
When the topic of workplace injuries comes up, most people would think about physical injuries, such as a concussion from falling off a ladder or broken bones from getting one’s hand caught in machinery. You and other Texas residents might not realize that many types…
What should I know about spinal cord injuries?
If you’ve recently sustained a spine injury at your place of work, you may have a long road ahead of you. Spine injuries can have very serious consequences and may even impact your ability to earn a living in the future. Knowing what to expect…
What should go into a fire safety plan?
Texas office workers must be protected by their employers at all costs. One aspect of this is create a solid fire safety plan to ensure all personnel knows the proper procedures in the event of a legitimate emergency. While plans are bound to differ from…
What if an injury prevents you from working?
Employees in Texas who are injured on the job have a number of concerns, and the top of the list usually relates to paying bills, especially if is an injury that prevents them from working for a long time. To help out those who have…
How Can I Prevent Blindness at My Place of Work?
In some Texas workplaces the risk of eye injuries is severe, especially manufacturing and machining plants. Not only can an eye injury impact a worker’s ability to earn a living, it can also result in permanent vision loss in some cases. Accordingly, it’s important for…
Fracking poses danger of benzene exposure
Fracking in Texas may be at the heart of an increased number of earthquakes over the past decade, but that’s not the only danger of this relatively new form of oil extraction. For workers in the oil and gas industry, benzene exposure poses a health…
Workplace accidents and traumatic brain damage
Work injuries are common in many different industries in Texas and throughout the U.S. One of the most prevalent workplace injuries involves traumatic brain damage, which can cause permanent damage in some cases. Traumatic brain injuries occur when workers are hit by falling objects, fall…
What can you do to reduce your chances of getting hurt at work?
Whether your job is working construction or answering phones at a doctor’s office, you are subject to risks each day when you leave for your job in Texas. While certain jobs put you in a much more vulnerable position than others, every occupation has its…
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