Workplace health policies are changing fast because younger workers expect different things. Gen Z and Millennials take sick leave more often than older workers, which makes employers rethink how they support employee health. This means workplace health policies need...
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Can injured employees get second opinions on workers’ comp care?
A doctor treating an injured worker is in a position of authority. After an on-the-job injury, workers may require extensive care before they can safely return to their careers. Those who apply for workers' compensation benefits in Ohio may be able to receive benefits...
Can healthcare workers claim compensation for mental health?
Healthcare workers, like nurses and paramedics, often face high-stress and traumatic situations. This emotional strain can lead to mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD. Ohio’s workers' compensation laws allow healthcare workers to seek help for...
The challenges of proving workplace illnesses
When an employee falls ill, proving that the illness is due to workplace conditions can be a significant challenge. This is especially true for conditions like occupational asthma, where symptoms can gradually develop. However, workers' compensation laws help...
Does long COVID fall under workers’ comp?
While humanity has built resilience against COVID-19 over the past few years, many continue to experience its side effects today. Studies reveal that long COVID symptoms are hurting employee productivity and in some cases, preventing them from returning to work...
Does workers’ compensation cover illnesses?
Workers' compensation is a system that helps employees who get hurt or sick because of their jobs. This program pays for qualifying medical expenses and a portion of lost income. According to the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, about 69,500 workers in Ohio filed...
The dangers of heat stress for outdoor workers
Summer is a popular time for hitting the beach, surfing, attending festivals, etc. But summer also brings extremely high temperatures, which can severely affect workers such as construction crews who primarily work outdoors. Outdoor work during summer mornings and...
The risks of silicosis
Working with stone and rocks can be dangerous for several reasons. Stones can fall and crush workers; breaking rocks could cause pieces to fly into workers’ faces. Carrying heavy loads of stones can also lead to accidents and muscle strain-related injuries. But...
5 things to know about work-related hearing loss
Around 22 million workers have to deal with hazardous noise conditions in the workplace, and around 10 million are exposed to chemicals that can cause hearing loss. It’s up to employers to ensure workers have a safe workspace. This includes minimizing the risk of...
Why heat-related work injuries are underreported
We all know that summer brings an increased risk of heat-related injuries for anyone who works outdoors. However, a recent study concluded that the number of workplace injuries caused by extreme heat may be “significantly” higher than statistics indicate. Further,...