In California, a food fight took place at a Chipotle. It is reported that three of the restaurant’s customers went on a tantrum. They began throwing food and berating the workers. Per Foxnews, the staff was reportedly shocked. The video of the event went viral. This fact pattern will be analyzed under California Workers’ Compensation… Continue reading FAST FOOD FIGHT AT CHIPOTLE: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS#122
Category: Psychiatric Work Injury
MTA BUS DRIVER THREATENED: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #120
Per NBC, an MTA Bus Operator in Los Angeles had a dangerous encounter with a passenger. The incident was caught on tape. The video showed man banging on the windows of the bus. It was also reported that the man also opened her window and poured beer on her seat. Also it was reported that… Continue reading MTA BUS DRIVER THREATENED: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #120
TEACHER THROWN AGAINST WALL: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #118
Per the nypost.com, a Middle School Teacher was thrown against a wall. She apparently was trying to break up a fight. She was thrown aside by one student who proceeded to deliver more punches. Criminal charges have been brought against one of the students. These charges included communicating threats. Topic Discussion This article will discuss… Continue reading TEACHER THROWN AGAINST WALL: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #118
POLICE OFFICERS DISRESPECTED BY THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #117
In New York City, there is outrage within the Criminal Court System which is impacting two injured Police Officers. The following fact pattern illustrates the complicated nature of the work injuries. Two Police Officer were injured as a result of being attacked by Migrants. Video of the incident went viral. Following this, the Criminal Justice… Continue reading POLICE OFFICERS DISRESPECTED BY THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #117
POSTAL WORKER ROBBED AT GUNPOINT IN DAYLIGHT: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #116
In Dublin California, a Postal Worker was robbed by masked assailants at gunpoint. The incident was caught on film. The 33-year Postal Worker had a gun placed upon her head. During the interaction, she indicated that she thought: “I’m going to die.” She worries but told herself to keep calm. In an interview, she stated… Continue reading POSTAL WORKER ROBBED AT GUNPOINT IN DAYLIGHT: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #116
SUBWAY FAST FOOD MANAGER RECEIVES KNUCKLE SANDWICH FROM CUSTOMER: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS,#115
The Nypost.com reported that, in California, a Subway Sandwich Store Customer committed an act of violence against a Store Manager. After he became enraged over a dispute over “extra meat” on an order, the customer proceeded to go around the counter and started striking the Subway Store Manager. The manager is quoted as saying: “He… Continue reading SUBWAY FAST FOOD MANAGER RECEIVES KNUCKLE SANDWICH FROM CUSTOMER: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS,#115
STUDENT ATTACKS TEACHERS: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #113
It is reported that a High School Student attacked two teachers on school grounds. Currently, he is charged with assault for slapping one Teacher. He is also accused of kidnapping and misdemeanor riot. Nypost.com. It is reported that one of the teachers said: “I walked up to the desk to get my phone to call… Continue reading STUDENT ATTACKS TEACHERS: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #113
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER’S BODY CAMERA IGNITES: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #112
Many Law Enforcement agencies require their staff to wear body camera. The Nypost.com reported on an incident in which a Female Corrections Officer’s body camera ignited and for which she suffered injuries. The Department immediately acted to pull the devices from 3,000 other officers pending a safety review. According to the reports, it appears that… Continue reading CORRECTIONAL OFFICER’S BODY CAMERA IGNITES: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #112
EMPLOYER LIABILITY IMPACTS JOBS: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #111
Contra Costa California Library Workers are impacted by liability concerns. It is reported that “[a] California library is shutting down because rampant criminal activity has threatened patrons and employees.” The decision to close the Antioch Community Library branch on Saturday was made after “repeated dangerous incidents,” NBC This article will discuss how liability impacts employer’s… Continue reading EMPLOYER LIABILITY IMPACTS JOBS: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #111
ELDERLY SUBSTITUTE TEACHER BEATEN BY “MAN CHILD”: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #110
A 74 year-old Substitute Teacher was beaten by a 280 pound student. Dailymail,com. As a result of the assault, the High School Teacher sustained severe facial injuries. The news reporting did not indicate as to whether there were additional injuries. This article will discuss the issues that present under this fact pattern within the context… Continue reading ELDERLY SUBSTITUTE TEACHER BEATEN BY “MAN CHILD”: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #110