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A back injury can force you to stop working and focus on recovering instead. As you heal from the accident, you have days when you feel strong enough to pick up a gallon of milk or carry heavy groceries. While you are trying to reclaim your life, an insurance adjuster...
Rotator cuff tears are among the most debilitating injuries seen in the workplace. They are common among employees who do a lot of heavy lifting, construction or repetitive overhead tasks. This injury is not simply a strained muscle; it is a structural detachment of...
During your recovery, your doctor or an insurance adjuster may use the term "Maximum Medical Improvement," or MMI. For many injured workers in Des Moines, this phrase can cause confusion and alarm. It sounds like a confirmation that you healed fully. However, in the...
There are many significant safety hazards present at the average construction site. Workers may have to perform job tasks below grade in a trench or at a major elevation on scaffolding. They have to operate or work in close proximity to heavy machinery and power...
The meatpacking industry helps keep the country fed. However, the industry is also very hard on its workers. Businesses need to run efficiently to keep prices affordable, which can put a lot of strain on their workers. Meatpacking companies need to turn out thousands...
A back injury sustained on the job can cause numerous challenges. Professionals may find themselves struggling to fulfill critical job functions. They may be able to file a workers' compensation claim to cover their medical care costs and any wages lost as they...
You need to prioritize getting medical help after your workplace accident. But once you are more stable, you need to remember to report the injury to your employer if they are not aware of what happened. In Iowa, you have 90 days to give notice of your injury. Why...
One of the key details about workers’ comp cases is that the injury has to be work-related. Generally, this means that the injured worker needs to be on the clock at the time, and they have to suffer injuries while performing the duties of their job. Fault is not as...
Workplace injuries can happen suddenly, and the aftermath often feels overwhelming. Between medical appointments, paperwork, and lost wages, the process can be confusing if you are unfamiliar with how it works. Workers’ compensation helps cover medical bills, wage...
Car accidents often leave more than just visible damage to vehicles. Many victims experience lingering physical injuries, with the neck and back being among the most affected areas. These injuries can range from mild discomfort to severe conditions that require...
