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Common Workplace Injuries That Bus Drivers May Experience

Now that the school year is well under way, it’s important that we understand that some of the people who support students are in a situation where they may be injured at work.  It may not be one of the professions that we often think about when we think about those who might get hurt while performing the duties of their job, but bus drivers, who transport our kids to and from school each day, are in a situation that may lead to a Connecticut workers’ compensation claim.  

When An Equipment Malfunction Causes A Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Claim

When a recent incident involving a worker who was trimming trees led to him falling and being trapped in a “boom” truck it was important to underscore the dangers that these workers face on a regular basis.  Those who trim trees for a living traverse some of the tallest structures anywhere in our society to make needed changes to the landscape.  It is a harrowing job and one that comes with significant risks.

The Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Reporting Process As Outlined By Law

Getting hurt at work can be a scary thing and if it’s never happened to you before you may not know what to do next.  If you are injured you may need to file a Connecticut workers’ compensation claim so you can be compensated for your injury and you can make sure that you get the proper treatment that you need as the result of your injury.

The Three Simplest Things You Can Do To Prevent A Work Injury

When you head into work everyday there are some basic things that you can do to make sure you have a successful and safe day at work.  You can do your best to have a good relationship with your supervisor, you can maintain good relationships with your co-workers, you can follow any and all safety guidelines that are provided to you by your employer, among other things.  These few items can make your work life quite nice and help you have success at work.  

Connecticut Construction Worker Experience Workplace Injury Due To A Fall

There are a bunch of different types of workplace injuries that can result in a  Connecticut workers’ compensation claim.  Some can be mild in nature and not require a lot of time away from the workplace, while others can be more severe and require a worker to be away from her/his job for many months or even for years.  While the severity of the injury does not determine whether or not a claim is approved or denied, it certainly can create great complications in assessing a particular claim.

Aging Workers May Have Increased Risks Of A Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Injury For These Reasons

There are a wide variety of injuries that can occur when you’re in your workplace and as you age there is a chance that these injuries may become more frequent.  While there is no guarantee that because you are getting older you will be more likely to become injured while at work, there are certainly some reasons why it may happen.  When you become injured, whatever your age, you may need to file a Connecticut workers’ compensation claim that should in no way factor in your age in determining your outcome.&nb

Hurt at Work? What are You entitled to?

As workers’ compensation practitioners we are often asked what benefits an injured worker is entitled to, and is there an award for pain and suffering.  Answered simply, if you are injured at work you are entitled to have your medical treatment covered and to be paid for your lost wages as you miss time from work due to the injury.  However, there is no award for pain and suffering like you could recover in a personal injury claim.

Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Claims Should Be Filed In Short Order

If you experience an injury at work or you contract a disease while in your workplace you may be entitled to file a Connecticut workers’ compensation claim to receive compensation for your injury or time missed from work as the result of the disease you have contracted.  However, if you wait too long, you may not have as great of a chance of being compensated fairly or at all for your injury.  It is for this reason that prompt reporting is so critical.

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