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The worker’s compensation program was established by Congress as the legal guideline and benefit application for injured workers across the nation, but the federal government stopped short of making it a federal oversight operation. Each state was delegated the responsibility to design the workers comp program according to the needs of the state, which has contributed significantly to the confusion

Have you suffered a head injury or slipped and fallen at work? If so, you’re not alone. In 2022, more than 2.8 million people had to take time away from their jobs due to a work-related injury or illness. Many of those would have been in dire financial straits if not for workers’ compensation. Workers’ comp serves as a lifeline

Every day we eat food that is genetically altered. Most people might not be happy with this if they realized exactly what it means. Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) Their numbers are increasing in our food supply. It’s important to know how safe they are for the regular consumer. GMO food has had its genetic makeup artificially manipulated. GMOs do not

Flight attendants and other airline workers are exposed to numerous hazards while on the job. Between unruly passengers and other dangers of flying, flight attendants are exposed to quite a bit at work. One would certainly not expect that the uniform that is provided would be a job hazard. Yet that is precisely what is being reported; namely that the

In March 2016, significant amounts of 1,4-dioxane, a dangerous chemical and potential carcinogen, were found in over 80 water systems in New Jersey. The chemical was found in areas across the entire state. The chemical 1,4-dioxane is a man-made substance that is used as a solvent and is an ingredient in some varnishes and paint strippers. It can also be

The pedestrians most at risk are adults aged 65 years and older. They accounted for about 17% of the U.S pedestrian deaths in 2021. Other pedestrian groups like children 14 below & impaired people are also high-risk, especially in urban areas. When you’re traveling on a roadway, either as a motorist or pedestrian, it’s important to be aware of all

The most common cause of crane accidents is cranes having contact with power lines, accounting for around 45% of all crane-related accidents, followed by equipment falling or overturning due to dangerous working conditions. Construction sites, oil fields, and various other industries rely on cranes every day. Without them, a day’s work can turn into a week’s worth of work. Unfortunately,

A truck’s blind spot is called “no-zone.” This no-zone area describes where the traffic becomes invisible to the truck driver’s position without deliberate actions to see into those blind spots. It might not be a commonly voiced question, but what are large blind spots on trucks called? Perhaps, a more important consideration is not the name given to these dangerous

Riding a bicycle can be an incredibly enjoyable experience. It’s an excellent way to exercise, enjoy nature, and take a break from the stress of daily life. That said, it’s important to understand the bicyclist rules of the road to stay safe. Should you stay in the rightmost lane while riding? What right-of-way rules do you need to follow? How

Moving a loved one into a nursing home or assisted living facility is difficult for most families. It requires placing trust in the facility to provide adequate medical treatment and emotional support so that the resident spends their final years in comfort, dignity, and safety. Unfortunately, elder abuse and neglect are prevalent in U.S. assisted living facilities. According to a