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For many years, Ohio workers faced significant challenges when seeking help for mental health. The law generally required a physical injury to warrant receiving benefits. However, the landscape in 2026 has shifted to better protect those who serve our communities. New...
Ohio workers’ compensation claimants are wise to realize surveillance means more than a person with a camera. In 2026, the bigger risk is quieter. Ohio BWC investigators and private carriers increasingly rely on AI tools that sort claims for closer review based on...
Workers’ compensation protects employees with work-related injuries, such as sprains from a fall or burns from chemical exposure. These one-time accidents are easy to visualize because an accident causes an injury to form in an instant. But what about repetitive...
Manufacturing jobs are often among the best-paying professions in Ohio. Many blue-collar workers start or end their careers in a manufacturing setting. Ohio turns out a broad range of products and components used by other domestic manufacturers. Modern factories can...
Every day, health care professionals are exposed to ionizing radiation while performing core job duties such as diagnostic imaging, interventional procedures, cancer treatment and surgical support. While these tools save lives, repeated exposure places workers at risk...
Most employers provide training to help workers understand common professional hazards. Those working in a warehouse, for example, may receive training on safe lifting techniques and how to operate heavy machinery. The goal is to minimize worker injuries by...
Many people think of workers’ compensation claims as arising from sudden accidents like falls, machinery malfunctions or vehicle collisions. However, injuries caused by ergonomic issues—problems with the way a job is physically structured or performed—can also lead to...
Advancements in technology are transforming the modern workplace, promising greater efficiency, precision and safety. Automation, artificial intelligence, wearable devices and robotics are just a few of the recent innovations now common in industries ranging from...
There are many hazards that can lead to significant workplace injuries. Professionals who work in proximity to heavy machinery are at risk of injuries caused by contact with equipment or machinery malfunctions. Those in the industrial sector could be vulnerable to...
Forestry is consistently ranked as one of the most dangerous industries in Ohio and across the United States. Nearly a third of Ohio is covered by forested land, and logging is a major part of the state’s economy. Workers in this field face hazards daily, from...