Workers across the nation have many rights. Some of these rights include protection from an unsafe work environment. This would mean that workers are protected from discriminatory actions or harassment. Workers are also protected from retaliation from an employer if a...
No matter your job, you likely do many of the same motions throughout your shift. Unfortunately, those repetitive physical movements can cause wear and tear on your muscles and joints over time. Since no specific accident occurred to cause your injury, you may wonder...
Concussions are among the most common of all brain injuries, and they can leave people unable to do their jobs or participate in daily activities, like athletics, for weeks after they get hurt. One of the challenges created by a concussion or similar traumatic brain...
If you're a motorcycle rider, you know there is no better way to travel than on two wheels. You can't wait to hit the road once warmer weather arrives. But there's a reason why May is Motorcycle Awareness Month. With the increase of motorcycles on the road comes a...
Although crashes can occur anywhere, some streets experience far more collisions than others. Researchers frequently evaluate where collisions occur and also how severe each crash is to determine the best ways to promote improved public safety. Sometimes, making...
When you are injured at work, you may be eligible for workers' compensation benefits. In Pennsylvania, workers should be compensated when they are disabled by a work-related injury or disease. However, it will help to be informed to increase the chances of your claim...
Whether you work in a notoriously dangerous industry or one that is relatively safe in nature, you could end up sustaining occupational harm while executing your job-related duties. You could suffer acute injury due to an accident-related injury or become ill due to...
If you drive on a regular basis, there is a pretty good chance you have been involved in a car crash at some point. Even if it is a minor crash, a car accident can leave you disoriented, to say the least. If you are involved in a car accident that is attributable to...
There are many variables to consider when a workplace injury occurs. The severity of the injury is going to have a drastic impact on how much it costs, for example. Those who have been injured on the job need to have some understanding of how much their injuries are...
Amazon's image as a caring employer has been deeply tarnished in recent years by allegations that it puts timing and profits ahead of employee safety – and the latest allegations certainly aren’t improving things. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the...