In Florida, a Police Officer sustained a work-related injury when was bitten a fellow Police Officer. His K9 partner may have tried to take a bite out of crime but instead bit his partner’s arm. It is reported that the dog became agitated during an attempted arrest. The dog bit his handler. Dailymail.com This fact… Continue reading CAN A POLICE OFFICER CLAIM INJURY WHEN HE WAS BITTEN BY HIS PARTNER? INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #26
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SHELTER WORKERS AND JOB STRESS: PSYCHIATRIC INJURIES FOR SHELTER WORKERS AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Animal Shelter Workers perform an essential role in society. Dealing with abandoned or unwanted animals can be difficult. This difficulty exposes Shelter Workers subject to unique levels of emotional stress. If this emotional stress gives rise to an emotional injury, a the Worker can file a Workers’ Compensation Claim to obtain necessary treatment and benefits.… Continue reading SHELTER WORKERS AND JOB STRESS: PSYCHIATRIC INJURIES FOR SHELTER WORKERS AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
WCITN #14: A Unique Film Production Injury
The Rust Film Production’s fatality was not the only work injury of interest. Another worker sustained a work injury when they were bitten by a venomous brown recluse spider. This occurred when the production was shutting down. The spider’s bite contained poison. As a result, the crew member has been hospitalized and may require the… Continue reading WCITN #14: A Unique Film Production Injury
WCITN #4: Black Bear Problem On Aisle 3
While there were no work injuries, it was one that was quite memorable day for the Ralph’s Supermarket Employees at the Porter Ranch, California location. A Black Bear went grocery shopping. Brave workers were able to chase the 125 pound wild animal out of the store. Eventually, wildlife officials were able to take the animal… Continue reading WCITN #4: Black Bear Problem On Aisle 3