Peter M. Cordovano, PC

A total of 5,333 workers died as a result of on-the-job injuries in 2019 a 1.6% increase from 2018 and the highest number of fatalities since 5,657 were recorded in 2007, according to Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries data released Dec. 16 by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. https://bit.ly/2KDPtfq

If you get injured on the job, workers' compensation can help ensure that you still receive pay and other benefits from your employer. https://bit.ly/2LuLKRw

Many workplace injuries are the result of one-time accidents. But what if you gradually develop an injury or illness as a result of working conditions or from activities you perform on the job every day? Generally, such chronic conditions are still covered by workers' comp, but you may have to prove your condition is work related (and not caused by other activities in your life). An experienced workers' comp lawyer can review your case and make sure you get the benefits you deserve.

A comprehensive public health strategy is needed to protect younger workers, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention researchers say after their recent study showing that the rate of nonfatal on-the-job injuries among 15- to 24-year-olds is between 1.2 and 2.3 times higher than that of the 25-44 age group. #WorkInjuries https://bit.ly/37rbhmW

Nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses result in days away from work increased among private industry workers in 2019 (the most recent year studied), compared with the prior year, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. https://bit.ly/3fPsLMx