A Mexican Restaurant- Taco John’s-was on the verge of being renamed Taco Hell. Reportedly, an infestation of unruly teenagers was turning a paradise of guacamole and fajitas into purgatory. According to the Nypost.com, there were multiple events which involved activities such as middle school students stealing soda and condiments. The teens were accused of leaving… Continue reading TACO HELL? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #107
Author: Edward Singer
STORE CLERK KILLED OVER UNACCEPTABLE CASH PAYMENT: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #106
As reported on kansascity.com, a 21-year-old Store Clerk was fatally shot by a Customer. The murder of the clerk was the result of a currency dispute; the Customer tried to make a cigar purchase with money that was in bad shape. The Clerk refused the payment. According to the account, “the Customer pulled out a… Continue reading STORE CLERK KILLED OVER UNACCEPTABLE CASH PAYMENT: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #106
FOOTBALL STAR DOCUMENTS HIS LONG- STANDING WORK INJURY IMPAIRMENT: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #104
Super Bowl-winning quarterback Drew Brees recently discussed his long-standing correct shoulder problems. In 2005, he dislocated his shoulder while playing for the San Diego Chargers. In 2023, he can no longer throw with his right hand. Brees was told that the dislocated shoulder placed him on the “fast track to a degenerative shoulder and all… Continue reading FOOTBALL STAR DOCUMENTS HIS LONG- STANDING WORK INJURY IMPAIRMENT: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #104
DID THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION SYSTEM LET A BATTERED TEACHER DOWN? INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #103
The Workers’ Compensation System is not without controversy or flaws. A Florida Instructor’s highly publicized work injury illustrates a benefit payment kerfuffle. How the workers’ compensation works has made a Teacher/Paraeducator struggle post-injury to make ends meet. A student had criminally assaulted her and, as a result, suffered severe injuries. This article analyzes how a… Continue reading DID THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION SYSTEM LET A BATTERED TEACHER DOWN? INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #103
Tow Truck Driver in Downtown LA, Slamming into Parked Cars: Injured Workers in the News, #102
In Los Angeles, a Tow Truck Driver made news when he crashed into number of cars. Both he, and another driver, were injured and taken to the hospital. The Dailymail reports that the Truck Driver was detained on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol. The Police, at the time of the reporting, were… Continue reading Tow Truck Driver in Downtown LA, Slamming into Parked Cars: Injured Workers in the News, #102
At SpaceX, Worker Injuries Soar Amidst Elon Musk’s Race to Mars: Injured Workers in the News, #101
Elon Musk’s SpaceX Company has been beset with work injuries. According to the DailyMail.com, the injuries have included cuts or lacerations, broken bones, dislocations,, hands or fingers were ‘crushed,’ head injuries, skull fractures, concussions and a traumatic brain injury. Further, there have been burns and eye injuries. There are allegations of safety failures. Specifically, in… Continue reading At SpaceX, Worker Injuries Soar Amidst Elon Musk’s Race to Mars: Injured Workers in the News, #101
MRI Machine Malfunction Leaves Nurse with Crushing Injuries: Injured Workers in the News, #99
A Kaiser Nurse from Redwood City California sustained a work-related injury when she was pinned between an MRI machine and a between a bed. She received “deep lacerations requiring surgery after two screws became embedded in her body.” Dailymail.com It is reported that a probe found that the medical facility ‘failed to provide radiologic services… Continue reading MRI Machine Malfunction Leaves Nurse with Crushing Injuries: Injured Workers in the News, #99
Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Overdose Claims Life of Washington Police Officer: Injured Workers in the News, #98
While working, a Police Officer- while at his precinct- collapsed and died from fentanyl and meth poisoning. In the news reports, it is reported that the incident may not have been by accident. According to the Dailymail, “Police in Vancouver, Washington, investigated Kelly’s death and concluded that it was ‘more likely than not caused by… Continue reading Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Overdose Claims Life of Washington Police Officer: Injured Workers in the News, #98
Tragic Fate: Italian Cheesemaker Perishes in Cheese Wheel Avalanche: Injured Workers in the News, #96
A workplace tragedy raises an interesting workers’ compensation hypothetical question. It was reported that a Farmer was crushed to death by an avalanche of Parmesan Style Cheese Wheels. From the news account, it appeared that the Farmer owned the business. This fact pattern raises the question as to whether a business owner can also be… Continue reading Tragic Fate: Italian Cheesemaker Perishes in Cheese Wheel Avalanche: Injured Workers in the News, #96
Florida Teacher Attacked by Student Injured Workers in the News, #95
A Teacher (official title Paraprofessional) was brutally beaten by a 270 pound seventeen-year old student. It was reported that she was beaten to the point that she lost unconsciousness (note: the loss of consciousness is a sign that there might be a brain trauma.) The student was arrested, pled guilty and is reported to be… Continue reading Florida Teacher Attacked by Student Injured Workers in the News, #95