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During the holidays, to-do lists get longer with tasks, like decorating, shopping for gifts, entertaining, and other holiday activities. Even while at work, people may be distracted by holiday stress, and workplace safety may not be a priority. Stress, fatigue, and rushing are all associated with holidays and workplace accidents. However, workplace injuries and occupational […]

Many families and friends spend the last few weeks of the year celebrating the holidays and enjoying each other’s company. It is a time where many people look back on the past year and reflect. However, the month of December is considered to be one of the deadliest times of the year because of drugged […]

Most people are aware of the dangers of distracted driving and drunk driving, but many do not realize that drowsy driving is just as hazardous. In fact, car accidents caused by drowsy driving kills more than 6,000 innocent drivers and passengers every year. From a monetary standpoint, fatal crashes and injuries linked to drowsy driving […]

An injured employee is eligible for Workers’ Compensation benefits. Sometimes, an injured worker is denied their claim to these benefits. When this happens, it can be advantageous to seek out legal counsel for advice on the next steps to take. A knowledgeable lawyer can work within the system to prove that their client’s denied claim […]

The week of Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel times of the year since many families are driving long distances to reach their destinations. In 2019, 55 million travelers were on the roadways during the Thanksgiving holiday season. Since many families will be spending a large amount of time on the roadways, it is […]

A hit-and-run accident is when a driver leaves the scene after being involved in a collision involving another person or property damage. A driver has certain legal obligations when it comes to traffic accidents, and failing to meet these requirements can lead to criminal and civil charges. The American Automobile Association (AAA) Foundation for Traffic […]

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is an umbrella term that covers a group of lung diseases; most notably, it includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. COPD affects roughly 16 million Americans. Additionally, it is estimated that millions more people have some form of COPD that is untreated. There is no cure for COPD, however, there are […]

Shoulder injuries are common among workers. Those who perform physically demanding tasks at work, such as nurses, truck drivers, janitors, grocery store workers, and warehouse workers, are at risk. However, even office workers can incur shoulder injuries. A shoulder injury can result from an isolated workplace accident or develop over time from repetitive motions. However, […]

While homeowners can control the amount of maintenance and repairs they put into their properties, renters usually have to leave most of these decisions to their landlords. While a tenant may be able to attend to certain things, like putting non-skid pads on the staircase, they may be unaware that the railing is not up […]

Teaching a young teenager to safely drive a car is very important. It is crucial that student drivers learn how to avoid car accidents to keep themselves and other motorists safe. What if a motorist is in a collision with a student driver? With any car accident, one main concern is liability. After a car […]