Working outdoors in windy conditions is extremely dangerous, especially if you don't take steps to protect against trouble.If you find yourself working in high winds, here are five things you should consider doing:Postpone your work: If you're concerned about your...
Month: September 2019
What’s the human cost of Amazon’s quick delivery?
Millions of people who rely on Amazon for everything from household goods and clothes to food and electronics have come to expect most of their purchases will arrive within a day or two -- particularly Amazon Prime members. However, what is the human toll of this race...
The University of Pennsylvania counseling head takes his life
A 52-year-old man jumped from the 17th floor of the Center City building in downtown Philadelphia on Sept. 9. The 6:40 a.m. incident, which occurred at the 100 South Broad Street residential building, claimed his life. The medical examiner's officer have ruled his...
New tax plan taxes the emotionally injured
Nobody wants to fall victim to a serious accident, but one bright spot to look forward to, are the tax-free damages you could receive due to compensatory physical injuries or sickness. Your personal injury could occur from a trip, slip, fall, motor vehicle accident,...
The most common types of traumatic brain injuries
Any brain injury is a cause for concern, as it has the impact to alter your life in a variety of ways. Furthermore, without the proper treatment, a traumatic brain injury can be fatal.There are many types of traumatic brain injuries, with these among the most...
Are dental injuries covered by workers’ compensation?
When most people think about workplace injuries, they thought of cuts, bruises, broken bones and maybe even head injuries often come to mind. Very few individuals think about a worker's mouth getting hurt. These types of incidents are often quite painful. Employees...
What kinds of injuries are most common for long-haul truckers?
Long-haul truck drivers are at risk of suffering many different types of injuries. Some result from the extensive lifting they have to do as they're loading and unloading cargo. Others result from the long hours they spend in a confined space, largely immobile. Of...