Metalworkers in Rhode Island have one of the most dangerous jobs in the country. Annually, about 4.5 million employees in the metal working industry nationwide suffer mishaps of varying degrees, and they require medical attention. Though there are a wide variety of...
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Negotiating compensation for employees
The climate for employees in Rhode Island to negotiate the terms of their compensation is uniquely favorable. This is partly due to a number of conditions that have obtained in the wake of the recent pandemic. Unemployment rates are low following a regrouping of the...
Avoid these four common types of landscaping injuries
Business owners and homeowners throughout Rhode Island are understandably proud of having immaculate yards. Those needing more time to do their yard work sometimes leave these tasks to professionals. Unfortunately, there's always a possibility that a company's next...
Staying safe while working outdoors
The summer months in Rhode Island have the potential to feature hot temperatures as well as high levels of humidity. If you work outdoors, you may also have to account for thunderstorm hazards such as high winds, lightning and hail. Fortunately, there are steps that...
Factors driving real estate trends
According to the Rhode Island Association of Realtors, the median home price in the state for March 2023 was $395,000, up $10,000 from March 2022. The median price for a condominium in March 2023 was $319,950, an increase of $14,950 over a year earlier. Meanwhile, the...
What if my workers’ comp benefits are denied or delayed?
After a serious work-related injury, it can feel comforting to know your employer has workers' compensation insurance as required by Rhode Island law. But if you assume your employer will be there for you if you get hurt at work, you might have to think again....
Tips for construction site ladder safety
Construction companies in Rhode Island are responsible for taking protective measures to keep their workers safe. However, construction site accidents are common. And a significant amount of those accidents involve falling from ladders. Safely using a ladder Ladders...
How does Gen Z homeownership compare to older generations?
Gen Z is on track to owning more homes than Millennials and the Gen Xers. Thirty percent of Zoomers owned their own homes in 2022, compared to 27% of the Gen Xers and 28% of Millennials when they were 25. Millennials are behind older generations, with 62% of...
Is a fixer-upper right for you?
Whether you’re a first-time real estate investor or you want to get the best possible deal on a new home, the temptation to purchase a fixer-upper is more than many homebuyers can resist. While buying a fixer-upper is a great way for homebuyers in Rhode Island to save...
How Daylight Savings Time affects workplace injuries
Daylight Saving Time (DST) is the practice of setting the clock forward by one hour during the spring and summer months and back by one hour during the fall and winter months. While it was originally introduced to save energy and make better use of daylight, recent...