When Minneapolis city officials unveiled a new single-sort recycling program, one of the primary motivations was likely to increase participation among residents. After initially rolling out the new program in November 2012, it has been successful in multiple ways so...
The issue of hydrofracking for natural gas has become the source of a national discussion. Proponents of this process say that it's a good way to extract energy resources domestically, while others are very concerned about the safety issues created for workers and...
Dealing with a work-related injury can be a scary and frustrating experience. Not only do employees have to deal with the physical pain of being injured on the job, but they also have to worry about what it will mean for their job. Without the ability to work, a...
It's reasonable for employees to assume that their workplace will be made as safe as possible. If there are any potential hazards, proper safety equipment or training should be provided to keep employees safe. Even though the Occupational Safety and Health...
Every day, thousands of Minnesotans go to work in order to support themselves and loved ones. Without this stream of income, families may obviously feel at a loss about how to move forward. Of course, an injured worker might feel this same anxiety. In some cases, a...
With the weather we have been experiencing lately in Minneapolis, many of us are eagerly awaiting some sunshine. Since it has been quite awhile since the last truly hot day in Minnesota, it can be easy to forget about the oppressive heat that we usually have every...
Workers' compensation carriers set their premiums based on the risk of injury on a particular job. High risk means high premiums for employers, and workers are often left without ample benefits to assist in recovery if they are injured on the job. A recent survey set...
On Aug. 16, a worker was injured while working on a zip line at the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. The workplace injury occurred while the employee was working at the Nickelodeon Universe indoor amusement park. At about 11:15 a.m., a piece of equipment on...
In Minnesota, individuals who have been injured at or due to their jobs are eligible for a variety of benefits, including coverage of medical costs and wage replacements, through workers' compensation insurance that is required to be carried by their employer. Before...
Injuries sustained while at work can have tremendous impacts on the livelihoods of workers in Minnesota. Receiving emergency medical attention after a serious workplace accident is only the first step in a process that can also require doctor's appointments, therapy,...