Worker’s compensation exists to assist those workers injured on the job. At a time when those individuals are unable to assist themselves, having such payments coming in can be crucial. The last article detailed the types of worker’s compensation. Some may wonder how much can an individual receive. Once an employee files a worker’s compensation claim, the determination process begins…
If you suffered an injury on the job, you may receive payment for medical bills, time off and more through your worker’s compensation benefits. In order to receive such benefits, you must file a worker’s comp claim. Seeing as this serves as the catalyst, you want to make sure that you complete the process properly. There are a few things…
If you’ve spent much time on the nation’s highways, you’ve probably seen a truck or two that’s given you cause for concern. If you see a half-asleep trucker weaving along or another with one hand on the wheel and the other on a phone, what should you do? Here are the steps to take: 1. First, put some distance between…
The driver of a truck that was hauling a full-sized boat is alleged to have caused a chain reaction crash in, Ohio, on July 22, 2017. His truck ultimately crashed into and severely injured a food truck worker. According to witness statements taken by the Ohio Highway Patrol, the driver of the Ford F-350 truck was seen driving in the…
As a pedestrian, you are more vulnerable to harm from a vehicular accident. If you or a loved one has fallen victim to the negligence of a driver, you may have a case to recover damages for the incident. Before you seek this type of car accident claim, you should consider a few factors. To make your case properly, there…
It’s that time of year when the heat starts to get to everyone — but those who can’t stay inside suffer the most. If you work outside in the relentless heat of summer, how can you protect yourself from heat-related injuries? 1. Recognize your risk. You can’t protect yourself unless you’re conscious of the danger. Keep an eye on the…
It isn’t hard to realize that there’s a serious problem with prescription drug addiction happening in the nation — the headlines of every new organization in the country are screaming about it. What they aren’t discussing nearly as much as where these drugs are coming from in the first place. While there are “pill mills” and dealers who specialize in…
Pregnancy and childbirth are hard on a woman’s body — but a doctor’s mistake can make that hardship worse by leaving her incontinent long after her labor and delivery are over. One of the questions medical professionals have tried to answer over the years is what causes some women to develop incontinence after childbirth and not others, despite seemingly similar…
One common cause of nursing home abuse is neglect. Many nursing homes in Ohio that have understaffing problems are unable to provide adequate care for their residents. It is a major misconception that many causes of nursing home abuse are from staff who refuse to care for their patients properly so they can live and function normally. However, it can also occur…