With many injury cases, the focus is on short-term costs. Someone with a broken arm could miss time at work and have to pay hospital bills for the care they received. They should know relatively quickly about all of the costs they will be facing, so they can seek...
After Accidents
Year: 2024
Are maritime employees eligible for workers’ compensation?
Maritime professions are among some of the most dangerous jobs available. Maritime workers often handle heavy machinery and dangerous equipment in an environment that can turn deadly with little warning. Offshore oil and gas rig workers, cruise ship employees and...
Defective automotive parts that are likely to cause accidents
Defective automotive parts are a hidden danger that many drivers may not consider until it is too late. The defects can lead to fatal accidents, injuries and death. Whether due to poor manufacturing, flawed designs or inadequate quality control, defective car parts...
Why do drivers tailgate each other?
Tailgating is one of the most dangerous things a driver can do. Yet it is also one of the most common errors drivers commit and is to blame for many crashes. Presumably, most drivers know it’s dangerous. So why do they still do it? Drivers often don’t realize they are...
Common workplace hazards for registered nurses in hospitals
Hospitals can be dangerous places – especially for registered nurses (RNs). While RNs play a critical role in patient care, they also face a whole host of workplace hazards every day. Some of these can lead to permanent consequences for their physical and mental...
Do traumatic brain injuries eventually heal?
If you suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in a car accident, it could affect you in a variety of ways, depending on the part of the brain that was injured. The severity of the injury is also important. For instance, some TBIs could lead to a loss of motor skills,...
Why a near-drowning can end a maritime worker’s career
Maritime professionals ranging from cruise ship employees to professional fishermen work in dangerous environments. Both the vessels on which they work and the ocean itself can create numerous hazards. One of the biggest safety issues involves going overboard or...
Loss of consortium claims possible for close kin, spouses
When the wage earner of a family is killed or seriously injured, the entire family suffers an economic injury. They deserve justice that can help them get through this trying time. A surviving victim has their own claims to file in personal injury or worker’s...
Why do some employers require steel-toed boots?
Steel-toed boots can be hot, heavy and uncomfortable for workers to wear. So why do so many employers in different industries make them mandatory parts of the workplace uniform? Steel-toed boots are generally considered an essential part of the personal protective...
Why do drivers need to be reminded to look for motorcyclists?
You may see stickers on motorcycles saying, “Look twice for motorcyclists.” You also see driver awareness campaigns broadcasting the same message. Why is this? After all, cars don’t carry stickers saying, “Look twice for cars.” People feel the need to warn drivers to...