Workers’ Compensation

Each year, thousands of workers in Mississippi and across the U.S. suffer from cumulative trauma disorders. Sometimes known as repetitive stress injuries, CTDs are caused by more than repetitive motions; they can be the result of continual vibrations, muscle overuse...

An international study has found that those companies that are best equipped to provide a safe workplace are more likely not to provide it. The reason, workers in Mississippi should know, is that it's cheaper for such companies to simply pay the fines for safety...

If you sustain an injury at work, you have the right to file a workers' compensation claim. According to the Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development, your employer cannot fire you if you report a work-related injury. Wrongful termination...

Like other construction workers around the country, those here in Mississippi can take advantage of a lot of equipment to help make their jobs faster and more efficient. One of those pieces of equipment is the nail gun. While this device can be a lifesaver, it can...

Mississippi residents who work in construction may spend at least some of their time on a job site on a ladder. While they are useful tools, they also present the risk of falling. Failing to observe proper ladder safety could result in work-related injuries that...

Every job comes with risks. The difference is that, in many industries, the dangers are more apparent and prevalent. In other industries, workers and employers alike tend to forget about the hazards -- that is, until someone gets hurt. In fact, the possibility of a...

Voluntary protection programs (VPP) are implemented by employers as a preemptive measure to prevent injuries at their place of work. A VPP evaluation conducted by an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) team must occur before a workplace is allowed to...

Mississippi work injuries can occur in virtually any industry, from construction sites to office jobs. If your injuries prevent you from working, you may qualify for workers’ compensation. At , we often assist clients in filing claims...

When workers in Mississippi become injured on the job or develop illnesses that are traced back to their workplace, they may be entitled to workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation helps to provide a steady income for workers as they recover from their...

As you continue to recover from the injury you sustained at your job in Mississippi, you are starting to look into your options for returning to work. While you are aware that it will take some time before you are able to return to the tasks you were previously...