In a Miami Aquarium, a Dolphin, “Sundance,” attacked his trainer. It was reported that the dolphin repeatedly struck the trainer and tried to pull the trainer down into the water. Apparently, the altercation may have been caused when the trainer had accidentally scratched the dolphin. After the attack, the visibly shaken trainer was taken by… Continue reading Dolphin Attacks Trainer: California Workers Comp Guide
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Workers Comp & Head Injuries
Workers Comp Head Injury Settlements 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 topic of Mild… Continue reading Workers Comp & Head Injuries
ROCK GETS DELIVERED INTO FED-EX DRIVER’S HEAD: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #82
A FedEx Semi Truck Driver was seriously injured when, according to the police, has a rock thrown into his windshield. It is reported that he had significant injuries to his head. According to the report, “The only thing I remember is waking up in the ambulance truck with them asking me questions,” the driver said.… Continue reading ROCK GETS DELIVERED INTO FED-EX DRIVER’S HEAD: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #82
LAX Shuttle Crash With Plane: Injured Workers in the News, #76
A LAX Shuttlebus collided with a taxiing Airplane. It was reported that the plane struck the bus. The news account indicated that the cause of the injury was unknown. As a result of the accident, both the Tug Driver and the Bus Driver may have both been injured and required hospitalization. nypost.com This article will… Continue reading LAX Shuttle Crash With Plane: Injured Workers in the News, #76
IWITN #44: Did Tossed Food At A Wendy’s Employee Cause A Work Injury?
Had a Wendy’s Frosty been involved, things could have been worse. It is reported that a Wendy’s Drive Thru Worker was assaulted by nuggets, fries, and a drink. An unhappy customer contended that the bag the food came with a guarantee of hot and crispy food. She felt her order did not meet that standard. … Continue reading IWITN #44: Did Tossed Food At A Wendy’s Employee Cause A Work Injury?
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER’S ACCIDENT YIELDS MULTIPLE WORK-RELATED INJURIES: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #36
A horrific multi-vehicle crash occurred involving both a school bus and a dump truck. Many students were injured. It is reported that the police investigated that matter and that it is likely that no charges that would be filed for negligent operation of a vehicle. It is reported that both the dump truck driver and… Continue reading SCHOOL BUS DRIVER’S ACCIDENT YIELDS MULTIPLE WORK-RELATED INJURIES: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #36
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 #3: Even Superheroes Get Hurt: What You Need to Know
Holy Cow Batwoman! Pow, Kabam! Ouch! Ruby Rose, who played Batwoman, on the CW Television Show reported that she sustained two injuries while working on the program. While wearing a latex Batwoman Mask, she developed an allergic reaction. She also had an accident on the set which required back surgery. foxnew.com Can An Allergic Reaction… Continue reading WCITN #3: Even Superheroes Get Hurt: What You Need to Know
KNEE AND HIP INJURIES, OSTEOARTHRITIS, AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AS RISK FACTORS FOR WORK INJURIES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
There is no requirement that the causes of a work injury has to be 100 percent industrial. There are some medical conditions that can have a work-related component to them. In other words, they are only partially caused by job duties. Osteoarthritis (OA) can be that type of industrial injury. OA is a common form… Continue reading KNEE AND HIP INJURIES, OSTEOARTHRITIS, AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AS RISK FACTORS FOR WORK INJURIES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW