The media coverage of the recent federal government shutdown focused on the debate regarding border security. Amidst the noise, the Trump Administration quietly amended the Workplace Injuries & Illnesses Rule dealing with worker safety. The higher-ups of organized labor noticed and incited a new round of debate regarding how to monitor injuries on the job. In the spring of … [Read more...]
7 Tips to Help Maintain Safety for the Aging American Workforce
As the American population ages, so is the workforce. According to the Administration of Community Living (ACL) there are 65 million people age 65 and over. By the year 2020, there will be more than 77 million people over age 60. Many of these Americans will be in the workforce. Since people are living longer, they’re in need of financial means to sustain their lifestyle. … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Creatively Earn Money While Out of Work
An on-the-job injury can be very devastating financially for the employee as well as anyone they support. Oftentimes, the individual may be receiving payment through workers’ compensation but sometimes this isn’t the case. Below are seven ideas for an individual to creatively earn money while out of work due to a personal injury. File a legal case . This can only occur … [Read more...]
Why is it Important for All Work Injuries to be Reported?
Every year, approximately 4.1 million workers suffer a serious work related injury. Sadly, this number doesn’t even reflect the minor occurrences that happen each and every minute of the day in the United States. If a worker becomes injured, whether major or minor, it’s vital that they report the injury to ensure proper treatment and care under workers’ … [Read more...]
Will My Workers’ Comp Benefits be Taxed?
This is a common question — and you’ll be relieved to know that the most common answer for people in this situation is no. Workers' comp benefits aren’t considered “earned income” like your work wages, so payments for workers’ compensation aren’t typically subject to either federal or state taxes. Any benefits paid to survivors of workers’ comp death benefits also shouldn’t … [Read more...]
Are Workers’ Compensation and Disability Insurance the Same?
Workers’ compensation and disability insurance both provide monetary payments to employees who suffer injuries or illnesses, but they serve different functions. Workers’ Compensation The primary difference between both of these types of insurance is that workers’ compensation pays for work-related injuries. Employers are required to purchase workers’ compensation insurance to … [Read more...]
