Employee Benefits & Health and Safety in the Workplace
The federal Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) guarantees employees the right to a workplace free of safety and health hazards. But OSHA isn't the only law that deals with workplace safety. For example, if you suffer a work-related injury or illness, you may be eligible for workers' compensation benefits. You may be legally entitled to a smoke-free workplace. And, you may qualify for health and disability benefits, such as health insurance, long-term disability insurance, or SSDI.
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Workers' Compensation Benefits FAQ
Frequently asked questions about workers' compensation for job-related injuries and illnesses.
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Are You Eligible for Workers' Compensation Benefits?
Injured on the job? Learn who is—and isn't—covered under workers' comp.
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Types of Workers' Compensation Benefits
An overview of the different benefits you may receive through workers’ comp for a work-related injury or illness.
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Workplace Violence: Understand and Avoid It
Facts about violence in the workplace and safety tips for employees.
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Smoking used to be as accepted in the workplace as drinking coffee, but not any more.
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Employee Rights Under OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Act)
Learn about your right to a safe and healthy workplace.
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Is My Employer Required to Provide Health Care?
Employers must provide health insurance only in certain situations.
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COBRA: Continuing Health Insurance After a Job Loss
If you lose your job, you may have the right to continue your health insurance coverage for 18 months -- but you'll have to pay the full premium.
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State Laws on Insurance Continuation
In addition to the federal COBRA law, state laws also give employees the right to continue health insurance after a job ends.
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