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Many workers in Minnesota face occupational risks that can lead to injuries and other health conditions. The Bureau for Labor Statistics found a rate of 3.3 non-fatal injuries for every 100 workers in Minnesota. This rate is higher than the national average....
Health care workers in Minnesota face various challenges while providing care to patients. One concerning issue is the rising incidents of patient violence toward health care professionals. This problem raises the question of whether or not Minnesota health care...
In this day and age, finding the right employees comes with more difficulties than ever. Even after finding an ideal candidate, once on the job, recent studies indicate that workers’ compensation claims by first-year employees continue to rise. While many factors play...
Mining has been an integral part of Minnesota's identity and economy since the discovery of iron ore in the 1800s. However, those who brave the underground depths face a myriad of dangers each day. The recent findings from the U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety...
Working in an oil refinery is one of the most dangerous jobs out there. There are many reasons why this is so, including the fact that employees work around toxic and flammable chemicals. Because of this, there are plenty of rules and regulations surrounding the...
Workplace violence is rising in many industries, and the medical industry has experienced significant increases. From September 2021 to September 2022, healthcare workers experienced a 57% increase, but from March 2021, the increase was well over 100%. In fact, over...
When people think of workplace injuries, they often imagine falls or heavy equipment accidents. However, animal attacks can also present a common workplace hazard, particularly for those who work outdoors or in the service industry. If a dog bites you while you are on...
Residents of Minnesota have to contend with bitterly cold winters. While many grow accustomed to and enjoy the snowy season, safety remains a concern. Cold weather safety and injuries should be a matter of consideration for workers whose occupations put them in the...
In Minnesota, employees might win repayment for attorney fees in a workers’ compensation case. The Minnesota Supreme Court determined this on November 30, 2022, in the case of Lagasse v. Horton et al. The case involved an injured employee, Larry Horton. The...
Nurses are subject to a variety of health hazards and injuries. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020 saw an unprecedented 78,740 nonfatal workplace illnesses and injuries for nurses. Though this number will likely decrease in the future, it...
