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
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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?
DID JOURNALIST DEVELOP WORK- RELATED PTSD? INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS # 32
A Washington Post Journalist on a MSNBC Meet the Press TV Broadcast revealed that“online harassment targeting her and her family caused her to experience “severe PTSD” and contemplate suicide in the recent past.” “The MSNBC coverage aimed to detail brutal harassment faced by female journalists — noting data that showed 73% reported experiencing online attacks… Continue reading DID JOURNALIST DEVELOP WORK- RELATED PTSD? INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS # 32
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
A Walgreen’s Worker Punched in the Face: Injured Worker in the News # 14
In New York, in a Walgreens aka Duane Reade Store, a Pharmacy Worker was punched in the face by a shoplifter. It is reported that the shoplifter “approached by a 21-year-old woman store employee who directed him to put the items back, the man allegedly punched the worker in the face, grabbed her hair and threw… Continue reading A Walgreen’s Worker Punched in the Face: Injured Worker in the News # 14
MACY’S EMPLOYEE ROBBED AND ASSAULTED AT WORK: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #5
In California, in part due to failed social policies, Retail Store Employees have been placed at risk as a result of an epidemic of “smash and grab” robberies. As these “smash and grab” robberies have increased, the odds are increasing for more confrontations between Employees and Criminals. More recent robberies have included violent acts. At… Continue reading MACY’S EMPLOYEE ROBBED AND ASSAULTED AT WORK: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #5
WCITN #9: A Stressful Scene At An Italian Restaurant
In New York, a controversial scene that happened at Carmine’s Restaurant. It was not about a bottle of red, a bottle white, or a bottle of rose, it was in part as a result of COVID-19 restaurant limitations. As a result, an altercation ensued in which a two month employee was assaulted by customers. It… Continue reading WCITN #9: A Stressful Scene At An Italian Restaurant
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION IN THE NEWS #6, THE BOSS WHO WAS PHILLY CHEESESTEAK KNIFED
In the City of Brotherly Love, a Philadelphia Cheesesteak Shop Owner was stabbed in the neck by an employee. The news report indicated that the employee lunged “at his boss from behind and thrusting a 10-inch knife into his neck.” It was also reported that the store owner’s son was present “his son grabbed two… Continue reading WORKERS’ COMPENSATION IN THE NEWS #6, THE BOSS WHO WAS PHILLY CHEESESTEAK KNIFED
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION IN THE NEWS #5 : WHERE ARE MY DOGGONE BENEFITS?
Lady Gaga’s Dogwalker was in the news. He was shot and left for dead while trying to prevent the dogs from being stolen. The DailyMail.com recently reported he has launched a GoFundMe to help cover the costs of a road trip he’s taking to heal his ’emotional and mental health’. [Mr.]Fischer shared that the van he’s been… Continue reading WORKERS’ COMPENSATION IN THE NEWS #5 : WHERE ARE MY DOGGONE BENEFITS?