I couldn’t believe my eyes when I read that there are around 160 million victims of work-related illnesses worldwide annually. Shocking, isn’t it? These tragedies, not only can devastate their families, but also make an enormous burden for an economy. Not only is it the employer’s responsibility to make sure a safe working environment, but […]

Boomers And Workplace Accidents Older adults born between 1946 and 1964 are also known as the Baby Boomer generation. They are famous for being hardworking because of their willingness to put in long hours, and today, many are still doing so despite having reached retirement age. This situation presents a unique challenge for these older […]

Suffering a workplace accident is not only painful physically, but it can be overwhelming mentally as well. After getting hurt, depending on the severity of the situation, you could find yourself dealing with the fact that you can’t go back to work. If you can’t work, then you aren’t making money. However, workplace accidents are not your responsibility as an employee. It’s up to your employer to ensure that they provide a safe environment and that you have everything necessary to complete your job in the most effective way.

For any employee that has had a slip and fall accident at work, the most important thing to know is that no matter what, your health comes first. Never let anyone play down your accident or tell you that it’s not a big deal. Even those slip and falls that don’t seem like that much of an issue when it first happens can turn into something much more significant with time.