Researchers studying industrial medicine have identified two types of common job stressors; high psychosocial work demands and low job control are the two sources. With respect to these two job stressors, research has suggested that they are associated with an increased risk of depression. This assessment is not, however, without controversy. There are some researchers… Continue reading Psychological Injury & Work-Related Injuries: What You Need to Know
Author: Edward Singer
Was a Police Officer’s Motorcycle Fatality a Work-Related Injury? Injured Workers in the News, #94
A California Motorcycle Officer suffered a fatality in a highway crash. The Manhattan Police Officer, who was recognized as a hero from the Las Vegas mass shooting, was reportedly going to work when the accident happened. This fact pattern raises the question as to whether someone injured while driving to work can claim a work… Continue reading Was a Police Officer’s Motorcycle Fatality a Work-Related Injury? Injured Workers in the News, #94
Monkeypox Occupational Needlestick Injury: Injured Workers in the News, #92
A doctor’s needlestick puncture wound was the subject of a journal article in Emerging Infectious Disease. The doctor, working in Portugal, suffered a needlestick injury to his left index finger. This occurred when he was collecting a fluid sample from a man who had a pustular rash. The doctor, according to the article, did not… Continue reading Monkeypox Occupational Needlestick Injury: Injured Workers in the News, #92
Store Clerk Set On Fire by Shoplifter: Injured Workers in the News, #91
In California. a Bay Area Clerk suffered a horrendous work injury. He was set on fire by a homeless serial shoplifter. Dailymail.com It is reported that the Clerk suffered second and third degree burns to his face, neck, chest and shoulder. This article will discuss the special benefit that an Injured Workers are entitled to… Continue reading Store Clerk Set On Fire by Shoplifter: Injured Workers in the News, #91
How to Claim Workplace Bullying Compensation
To qualify for workers’ compensation benefits, Work Injuries must arise out of and be in the course and scope of employment (AOE/COE). In order to make such a determination, Medical Professionals are often asked to describe how the injury happened. Workplace Bullying can be a mechanism of injury. Bullying can be a source of stress… Continue reading How to Claim Workplace Bullying Compensation
Workers Comp & Head Injuries
Workers Comp Head Injury Settlements in Los Angeles Head Traumas are a common occurrence. When they occur in the workplace, Workers’ Compensation may apply. Irrespective of the employee’s fault or negligence, the Injured Worker might still be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits and medical treatment relating to the trauma. This article specifically addresses the… Continue reading Workers Comp & Head Injuries
NO HEADLINE CAN RESPECTFULLY DESCRIBE THIS ACCIDENT: INJURED WORKER IN NEWS,#88
An Airport Ground Crew Worker tragically was “ingested” into the engine of a Delta Plane. It is reported that the Airport Worker was killed when he was “sucked” into the jet engine. (Dailymail.com) The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigated the matter. It was also reported that the Worker was “contracted” to Delta. Is This… Continue reading NO HEADLINE CAN RESPECTFULLY DESCRIBE THIS ACCIDENT: INJURED WORKER IN NEWS,#88
MASCOT PUNCHED OUT: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #87
During a planned skit, the Miami Heat NBA Team Mascot got a rude awakening. According to reports, he was belted by a famous mixed martial arts champion. As a result of two punches that were struck, the Mascot was hospitalized and provided pain medication. It is reported that he will not be missing anytime as… Continue reading MASCOT PUNCHED OUT: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #87
MTA BUS DRIVER STABBED: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #85
An Irate Passenger stabbed a MTA Bus Driver’s left hand. It was reported that the two had gotten into an argument. As a result of the injury, the driver was taken to the hospital and was reportedly in stable condition. Nypost.com This article will discuss how this matter will be assessed as a work injury… Continue reading MTA BUS DRIVER STABBED: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #85
WAS HOSPITAL WORKER INJURED AS A RESULT OF PLAYING THE ROLE OF AN ACTIVE GUNMAN? INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #84
A Hospital’s Active Shooter Drill apparently went amuck. Psychiatric Hospital Worker asked to play the role of an Active Shooter was arrested when the Police were not aware of the drill. As a result, he was handcuffed. According to a lawsuit filed, the Hospital Worker “heard the safeties come off the police officers’ weapons. [He]… Continue reading WAS HOSPITAL WORKER INJURED AS A RESULT OF PLAYING THE ROLE OF AN ACTIVE GUNMAN? INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #84