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Much more than temporary pain or one-time soreness, muscle injuries often can be serious, even disabling. In some cases, they can result in severe and lasting pain. Some muscle-pull injuries can cause permanent damage to the ligament or muscle and should be taken seriously, as continued use of a pulled or overstrained muscle can cause more damage. When these injuries happen on the job,  » Read More

With occupational occurrences of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) leading to more than 27 days of missed work, this condition and its symptoms should not be ignored. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 23% of those who undergo surgery will not return to their previous occupation. However, with such a slow onset, many will not realize the severity of their condition until it is too late.  » Read More

In 2023, 3.1 of every 100 workers was injured on the job in the retail industry, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Considering that retail supports 26% of the jobs in Pennsylvania, the number of people who are injured suddenly takes a dramatic turn. If you are one of those who has taken a nasty fall at a retail or food-service establishment,  » Read More

Those who attend holiday parties and teambuilding activities are likely doing so to spend time with co-workers outside of the normal confines of the work week. But what happens if you are injured while attending a company function? Is it considered a work-related injury, or are you on your own to handle the fallout? The short answer is it depends.  » Read More

From nurses to laborers to gardeners, lifting, pushing, and pulling are among the many requirements of these jobs. Done properly, an employee may perform these repetitive movements for years without injury. However, anyone who has experienced the pain that goes with an overexertion injury, such as carrying heavy boxes at work, knows that individuals are one incident away from potentially life-altering consequences.  » Read More