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Anyone who makes a living cleaning Georgia hotel rooms may understand how common aches, pains and injuries are in this line of work. Working in any hotel or resort brings with it certain hazards, but research shows that, among service-sector workers, hotel...
A repetitive strain injury arises when an individual hurts a muscle, tendon or nerve through repeated physical motion. For example, carpal tunnel syndrome may afflict those who type a lot. Bending and lifting constantly, often required in a manufacturing setting, may...
Feeling under the weather can leave you lax and unproductive at work. A trip to the doctor may have you questioning whether your job is to blame. While injuries at work seem more cut and dry when it comes to fault and workers' compensation, some illnesses may also...
Preparing to return to work after an injury can cause uncertainty, especially if you have not yet completed your recovery. Depending on your injury, you might have lost the skills or mobility to perform your former job duties. Vocational rehabilitation is one resource...
As workers build temporary platforms to repair buildings, there are some dangers that may become more apparent as time goes on. Scaffolding in particular can lead to a serious spine or brain injury. Learning about the ways that accidents can occur can help you make a...
Georgia’s labor laws allow you to apply for workers’ compensation benefits if you experience an on-the-job injury. Employees must report injuries to their employers within 30 days, as noted on Georgia’s State Board of Workers’ Compensation website. According to...
Crush injuries happen at an alarming rate at construction sites across the country. In fact, these injuries are so common the Occupational Safety and Health Administration places them on its list of the four injuries that often cause construction-related fatalities. A...