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Safety At Work (For the White-collar Worker)

Although it may not be immediately apparent, working from a desk can be very stressful for your body. White-collared jobs can encourage serious injuries, including cervical spondylosis, lumbar vertebra disease, or repetitive strain injuries, such as carpal tunnel. Chronic pain in the shoulders, wrist, neck, and eyes are standard in this line of work. Small, […]

What Should You Do If You Get Injured at Work?

Injured at Work? Here’s How to Fight for Your Workers’ Compensation

Workers’ compensation insurance is meant to provide financial assistance to employees who are hurt on the job. However, valid claims for medical coverage and lost wages are often denied by the big insurance companies representing employers. If you have been injured at work, or you find yourself injured at work in the future, the following […]

Workers’ Comp: What You Say Can Be Used Against You

“What you say can, and will, be used against you.” You hear this phrase on TV all the time, but do you think it will ever apply to you? It could if you ever need to seek workers’ compensation. If you have had a work-related injury, one of the first items of business for the insurance carrier’s […]

The Complex World of Workers’ Comp

Yesterday, the Virginian Pilot’s Philip Walzer ran an interesting article about the Virginia Workers’ Compensation system entitled “Welcome to the Complex World of Workers’ Comp.”  The article features a young man named Justin Hockman who dislocated his kneecap when he fell 7 1/2 feet onto a concrete floor, trying to haul a dishwasher at the […]

Hazards to the Healthcare Worker

Have you been injured working in the health field? Do you feel you haven’t been rightfully reimbursed for your injury? If so, Rutter Mills can help you receive proper compensation for your injuries and lost wage. We understand there are many hazards working in the healthcare field, and you may be injured as a result. […]