Many residents of Iowa may find themselves thinking strictly of physical injury when they think of health issues or damage. However, your mental state and wellbeing can have just as much of an impact on your overall quality of life.
Don’t neglect mental health during recovery from a work injury
Workers' compensation coverage can help you recover from a number of work-related injuries, including, in some cases, mental health issues. While mental health care does not always fall under the scope of workers' compensation coverage, there are instances in which it falls within coverage.
What are common workplace injuries?
Iowa workers of all sorts face different dangers while on the job. Whether you're working at a desk job or in the meat-packing industry, the Law Offices of Gallner & Pattermann, P.C., work to provide you with valuable information on workplace injuries.
Are construction workers exposed to toxic chemicals?
If you are a construction worker in Iowa, you are likely concerned about the possibilities of falls and injuries, but there are other dangers of which you might be unaware. Construction sites are not normally thought of as a place for deadly toxic exposure, but the chemicals used in the equipment and materials can be a silent killer.
Workplace injury and illness rates in Iowa
If you are employed in private industry in Iowa, you may want to be aware of the realities associated with injuries and illnesses associated with the workplace. The United States Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics tracks a variety of information about the type and number of these incidents both statewide and around the nation.
Video: Personal injury claims demand personal support
After an accident, insurance companies, employers, police and sometimes even medical staff can treat injured people as case numbers. The attorneys at our firm know that this approach can be very upsetting when you need personal guidance and support to get through such a difficult experience.
