It is reported that a New York Attorney was stabbed to death by a prospective client as a result of his refusal to take her case. It is also reported that the potential client had previously threatened the attorney and was removed from office. In a later encounter, the fatal attack occurred. Nypost.com The… Continue reading A CASE TO DIE FOR? LAWYER KILLED BY PROSPECTIVE CLIENT: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #22
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MUSEUM WORKERS STABBED BY CUSTOMER: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #21
Museum Workers at the New York Museum of Modern Art were viciously attacked by a Customer. The customer leaped over a counter and proceeded to stab two 24 year old employees with a knife. The individual believed to have stabbed the individuals had an address which provided housing for homeless and those living with hiv… Continue reading MUSEUM WORKERS STABBED BY CUSTOMER: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #21
BURGER INSANITY: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #17
It is reported that a Fast-Food Worker was assaulted and shot in the face by twin sisters. This assault was apparently triggered over a dispute over a $3.00 hamburger that was missing from an order. According to the police, the sisters “proceeded to attack (Mr.)Rodriguez and one of them shot him in the face while… Continue reading BURGER INSANITY: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #17
CEMETERY WORKER CATASTROPHE: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #16
In New York City, a Cemetery Worker was crushed by a headstone weight 2,000 pounds. At the time, she was clearing graves. It is reported that the 53-year- old worker was a mother of 5 and that one of her sons was working with her at the time. Sadly, she died shortly after she was… Continue reading CEMETERY WORKER CATASTROPHE: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #16
CAN THEY FILM ME? SUBROSA FILM, INJURED WORKERS, AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
A recent Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Panel Decision, Juan Licea vs. Screwmatic ADJ10568300, provides many insights to Injured Workers as to how they may be videotaped by private investigators. The WCAB Licea Opinion contained interesting facts about filming. Film, in the legal world, is referred to as “Sub Rosa.” What Does The Licea Case Tell… Continue reading CAN THEY FILM ME? SUBROSA FILM, INJURED WORKERS, AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
A QUESTIONABLE AMPUTATION WORK INJURY? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #13
A story comes out of Maine in which a Man was found carrying a severed arm. He had severed it allegedly while operating a ban saw. The man worked at a store. The police department “ have not determined how the man lost his arm, beyond describing the gory amputation as a ‘workplace incident.’ From… Continue reading A QUESTIONABLE AMPUTATION WORK INJURY? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #13
CAN A TEARFUL EVENT AT GARDENA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL BE A WORK INJURY? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #7
In the news, a recent horrifying event allegedly occurred at the Gardena Community Hospital. It is reported that dead covid-19 patients’ bodies were mishandled. The allegation reported is that these bodies were left outside in the rain. An anonymous witness indicated that “Security had tears in their eyes. They’re crying. Some of the security had… Continue reading CAN A TEARFUL EVENT AT GARDENA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL BE A WORK INJURY? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #7
CAN WATCHING TIK TOK VIDEOS CAUSE A PSYCHIATRIC WORK INJURY? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #6
A Tik Tok Moderator is suing the company for severe psychological trauma. The facts reported are unique. The Moderator, while performing duties for TikTok, actually worked for a Third Party Contracting Firm called Telus International. She is currently pursuing a civil action against Tik Tok. She reports psychological trauma relates to watching hours of graphic content… Continue reading CAN WATCHING TIK TOK VIDEOS CAUSE A PSYCHIATRIC WORK INJURY? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #6
Did A Not So Soup-er Customer Cause A Work Injury?: Injured Workers In the News, #1
Restaurant Workers, with both COVID-19 and work shortages, are encountering unprecedented stress. Restrictions and delays have customers are acting out in outrageous ways. Recently, a Restaurant Manager had a scary encounter with hot soup. It is reported that an angry Customer threw hot soup in a Restaurant Manager’s face. The Customer was upset because she… Continue reading Did A Not So Soup-er Customer Cause A Work Injury?: Injured Workers In the News, #1
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