You can refuse to do a dangerous job Workplace accidents often happen without warning, but what if your employer gives you a job that you think is simply too dangerous? Do you have to do it, or can you refuse? While many workers are nervous about refusing dangerous work, fearing that they’re going to be fired, you should know that there are situations in which you can [...]

Getting help when your workplace makes you sick Did you know that you might be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits even if you were not involved in an on-the-job accident? When we talk about workers’ comp, we often think about falls, burns, spills or other active incidents that result in injury. What if you’re sick all the time or are diagnosed with a chronic illness and it [...]