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PPE Prevents Workplace Eye Injuries

Posted on March 29, 2016

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has published a final rule that updates requirements for personal protective equipment (PPE) for workers in general industry, shipyards, longshoring, marine terminals and construction that will take effect April 1, 2016. The final rule reflects current national consensus standards, and ensures that workers can use up-to-date eye and face… Read More »

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Iowa Workers’ Compensation…Help for Injured Employees

Posted on March 16, 2016

The Workers’ Compensation Act is the part of the Iowa Code that gives certain benefits to employees who suffer from injuries, occupational disease or occupational hearing loss from and during their employment. Benefits are payable regardless of fault and represent the only remedy given to the employee against the employer. There are a few exceptions,… Read More »

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Safety Concerns for Des Moines Construction Workers

Posted on February 24, 2016

Downtown Des Moines is in the midst of a transformation. A development boom has been reshaping the area, with millions of dollars flowing into new construction. With more development comes increased danger for workers who sometimes fail or are unable to take basic steps to prevent falls or other workplace injuries. Many construction workplace accidents… Read More »

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Workers’ Comp Move Over… Alternatives Pushed by Business

Posted on December 13, 2015

Earlier this year, some of the biggest employers in America launched a campaign to get laws passed enabling companies to opt out of state workers’ compensation plans, hoping to replace them with less-costly, alternative plans developed by employers. Proponents say alternative plans will save companies money by removing bureaucracy and provide better medical care. With… Read More »

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Time Limits for Filing an Iowa Workers’ Compensation Claim

Posted on October 29, 2015

If you have been injured at work it may impact your ability to perform your duties. If you feel that your injuries are work-related, you must inform your employer promptly to safeguard your entitlement to workers’ compensation benefits. In fact, you are required to notify your employer within 90 days of an injury occurrence or… Read More »

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Iowa Workers’ Compensation – Denied Disability Claims

Posted on October 19, 2015

Work injuries can result in temporary impairment, which may keep you off the job for a period of time or require you to work in a different position until you recover. Other injuries may have lasting effects, making it impossible to perform duties you were accustomed to prior to your injury or even keeping you… Read More »

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Injured at Work in Des Moines – Disability Benefits

Posted on August 28, 2015

If you have been injured or have become ill on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation disability benefits. The role of disability benefits is to compensate you for wages lost while you cannot work. Some injuries or illnesses make it impossible to work for a certain amount of time or limit your… Read More »

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Workplace Stress Can Be an Occupational Disease

Posted on June 28, 2015

Stress can be mental, emotional, or physical strain caused by anxiety or overwork. It may cause such symptoms as raised blood pressure or even depression. Job stress can cause illness, injury and psychological breakdown that can cause a permanent or temporary disability. In 1960, a court upheld a work place stress workers’ compensation claim by… Read More »

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Des Moines Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

Posted on May 14, 2015

When workers are hurt on the job, workers compensation benefits are available to cover medical bills and lost wages. A serious or debilitating injury can be overwhelming as you work toward recovery. Tackling your companies workers comp insurance company to get the benefits you deserve just adds to the stress. The process can be complex… Read More »

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