There is never a good time to suffer a neck strain. Not only can this cause pain and discomfort upfront, but it also has a way of dragging on into the future. For this reason, it may hinder you from living your life for an extended period of time.If you suffer a neck...
Month: April 2017
A construction site fall does not have to be a financial pitfall
Construction sites are places that are fraught with risk and potential safety hazards. While this type of work is inherently dangerous, it is still possible to enact measures that will increase job site safety and eliminate common risks, one of which are falls.Falls...
Watch out for these workplace injury risks!
If you're one of many New York residents making a living in a dangerous job industry (construction, fishing, farming, community rescue work, etc.) you're likely already aware of many everyday safety hazards associated with such work. However, some serious workplace...
Medical malpractice can happen at any time
When seeking medical care, you realize that there is nothing more important than getting the treatment necessary to put your problem in the past.Unfortunately, you never know if you are receiving the best possible treatment. This is where medical malpractice often...
Are you eligible for workers’ compensation benefits?
New York construction workers risk injury every day they go to work. Because of the nature of this work, the injuries you could suffer may keep you from working for a significant amount of time and the medical bills could quickly grow into a substantial amount. If you...
Do you know how to stop bleeding?
If you are involved in any type of accident, such as a motor vehicle crash, it's possible that you could suffer a serious laceration.While there are worse injuries, you must realize the importance of taking immediate action. If you don't, you could lose entirely too...
Roadside work zones should also be safety zones
Construction work can be dangerous, especially if the job includes work on the side of the road. Moving vehicles, low visibility, and distracted drivers can all add up to serious safety risks for the men and women who work in any type of roadside construction or work...
Steps to take after suffering an ACL injury
Do you have reason to believe that you have injured your Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)? If so, you will require extensive medical care.Here are the things you need to do immediately following the injury: -- First aid to help reduce pain and swelling. For example,...