Kansas nurses are often underappreciated for the number of hours they work helping patients who otherwise cannot help themselves. This equates to long periods of time on their feet, lifting and moving patients and working in awkward positions. The result of all of...
Workers’ Compensation
Accidents not covered under workers’ compensation
Most employees in Kansas are entitled to workers' compensation benefits if they are injured on the job. However, there are certain limited circumstances in which an on-the-job injury might not be covered by workers' compensation. Your location and your actions For...
What are repetitive stress injuries?
Kansas workers who are constantly exposed to tasks that stress their nerves, tendons, muscles and ligaments may end up with a repetitive stress injury. These types of injuries may also be referred to as cumulative trauma disorders, overuse syndromes and repetitive...
Four of the most common construction site accidents
Throughout Kansas, many construction projects are waiting to get finished. For this to happen, construction companies must have skilled professionals working to complete these projects. Unfortunately, working in the construction industry means dealing with the risk of...
What are the most common injuries at manufacturing facilities?
Some of the most common injuries that occur to workers at manufacturing facilities in Kansas and the rest of the country include overexertion due to excessive stamina on the body and strenuous tasks like heavy lifting. Repetitive motion injuries can also occur as soft...
Are falls a risk for construction workers?
Working on a Kansas construction site comes with risks, and even the most careful worker could experience a mishap. A minor injury might leave someone out of work for a few days, hurting the worker’s income. Imagine the financial troubles derived from six months out...
Distractions causing worker injuries in Kansas
Regardless of what kind of industry you work in, workplace distractions can be very costly. Sometimes it’s as easy as an accident that can be fixed but is a waste of time. Other times, distracted workers can cause serious injuries to other workers around them. If you...
How long do you have to file for workers’ compensation in Kansas?
If you're injured on the job in Kansas, you might be entitled to compensation. However, you have to file for it within a limited time frame. If you miss the deadline, you waive your right to receive benefits. When should you file a workers' compensation claim? When...
Are employees covered by workers’ comp while at home?
In recent years, an increasing number of people in Kansas work from their own homes on behalf of their employers. People who are relatively new to working from home or who are telecommuting typically have many questions, including concerns about their workers’ rights....
Three common workplace injuries
Statistics show that slightly over 1 million work injuries occurred in the United States in 2011, causing many missed days of work. Employees in Kansas may experience several types of work-related injuries. Slips, trips and falls The Bureau of Labor and Statistics...