Not everyone can handle being a long-haul truck driver. After all, truckers must spend countless hours in cramped spaces, often leaving their families for weeks or even months at a time. Most commercial drivers also must put up with fatigue and body aches. If you have...
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Year: 2022
Preventing and treating repetitive strain injuries
Many jobs require people to keep performing the same movements over and over. This puts stress on the affected parts of the body and can result in repetitive strain injuries. Repetitive strain injuries affect people in all sorts of occupations. Common sites of...
FAQ about workers’ compensation for seasonal drivers
Companies often hire temporary delivery drivers to cover short-term needs. While these employees may only work for a short time, they can experience injuries just like permanent workers. Are seasonal workers more likely to become injured? Temporary workers have a...
How does hearing loss impact your psychological health?
Over time, loud sounds in the workplace can cause damage to your ears. In some instances, you might experience a gradual loss of hearing over time, whereas incidents with sudden, loud noises can cause acute injuries to the ear. Loud machinery, aircraft and military...
How can I adjust to vision loss from a work accident?
Losing your vision in a work-related accident is life-altering. Not only will it impact your ability to return to work but it also changes your whole life. Such a catastrophic injury requires a complete overhaul of how you do things. It can be a very difficult...
Studies show link between warehouse pace of work, worker injuries
Those who work in Connecticut warehouses may know that aches and pains are a frequent part of the job. However, a new study shows that the pace of work in a warehouse has a substantial impact on employee injury rates. As the pace of warehouse work increases, so, too,...
What is the pay rate for workers’ compensation benefits?
When you receive payments under workers' compensation, you will not receive your full payment. The system only pays out a percentage, and the benefit depends on your average weekly wage. The Connecticut Workers' Compensation Commission explains there are also limits...
4 hidden dangers truck drivers face
As a truck driver, you face many challenges as you navigate your office on wheels. Often, a crash may come to mind when it comes to those challenges. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety statistics, 4,014 people died in truck crashes in 2020. While...
What is mileage reimbursement?
When thinking of workers' compensation, most people will consider the benefits as medical expenses coverage and lost wage payments. However, the benefits of this program are more expansive than just those two points. The Connecticut Workers' Compensation Commission...
What types of payments are available under workers’ compensation?
Suffering an injury at work can be costly. Not only do you have medical expenses, but also you will lose wages. You may not be able to return to work for some time, or if you do, you may have ongoing medical care that requires taking time off. In any case, you will...