OSHA's safety standards apply to all industries in Ohio and across the U.S. That even includes the booming and "fun" craft beer industry. Roughly speaking, there are six ways that craft breweries are often violating these standards.First of all, many breweries have...
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Help for workers suffering with repetitive stress injuries
Repetitive stress injuries can cause daily pain and suffering for workers while they are trying to earn a living. It is important for injured workers suffering with a repetitive stress injury to understand what repetitive stress injuries are and the different types of...
Workers’ compensation benefits for injured Ohio workers
Ohio workers' compensation benefits can be essential benefits that injured workers need to help them following a workplace injury. Injured workers and their families should be familiar with the different types of benefits available and the application process for...
Do injured workers have rights to vocational rehabilitation?
After suffering a debilitating and life-altering work injury, a worker and their family can find their lives turned upside down. In addition to all the physical symptoms and emotional burdens accompanying the injury, they may find themselves in a terrible financial...
What is ‘remain at work’ under Ohio workers’ compensation?
Being injured or made ill on the job is always a difficult situation to assess. There are common concerns such as how long the problem will last, what the medical considerations are, what can happen if the workers cannot get back to the same job, what the financial...
Does workers’ compensation allow for appeals with medical care?
Ohio workers who are injured on the job and need medical treatment will use their workers' compensation benefits to receive it. Medical expenses and lost wages are covered under workers' compensation. If there are no disputes regarding the injuries and the employer or...
Worker in Ohio killed in accident at plant
Maintaining a steady income is necessary for most people and, when a worker is injured, this can significantly impact a person's ability to work and pay bills. What is even more pressing is the fact that some workplace accidents can be so severe that they can result...
What injuries are covered by workers’ compensation?
Whether a person works in a dangerous industry or not, there are always some form of risks in the work environment. Those working with heavy machinery may face more risks than those working in an office, but when a worker is injured in the workplace, if it is...
Current rate of fatal work accidents
It is clear that certain industries pose an increased risk for injuries and illnesses for employees. For these employees, it is likely understandable when a worker suffers and injury or illness; however, the reality is that any type of worker in any type of work...
The basics of workers’ compensation
Going to work is a routine occurrence for most residents in Ohio and elsewhere. However, it is not one that is taken lightly or for granted in some situations. Take, for example, those employed in the construction industry. These workers complete large and dangerous...