A problematic workplace has plagued an Australian McDonalds. Alleged rat infestation created workplace disharmony along with “… falling ceiling tiles, exposed wiring, and broken air conditioners that are subjecting workers to unnecessary risks.” News.com.au This article will discuss how whether these workplace problems necessarily translate into workers’ compensation claim for work injury. Do These McDonalds’… Continue reading McDonalds’ Workers Serving Up Unhappy Meals? Injured Workers In the News, #109
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HIGH SCHOOL COACHES STRESSED BY HARASSMENT: INJURED WORKERS’ IN THE NEWS, #108
Long Beach High School Basketball Coaches are reportedly getting harassed on the job. It has been reported reported that a second coach recently resigned. With the last resignation, the Coach indicated that they received text messages from the parents. “It was eating me alive—the text messages I received, the messages going back and forth on… Continue reading HIGH SCHOOL COACHES STRESSED BY HARASSMENT: INJURED WORKERS’ IN THE NEWS, #108
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
A BUSLOAD OF BUS DRIVERS INJURED WHEN THE WHEELS ON THE BUS DIDN’T GO ROUND N’ ROUND: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #49
A bus load of Bus Drivers were injured when a bus driven by a Bus Driver flipped and crashed. Dailymail.com It is reported that “the bus had been carrying 37 adults – 36 passengers and the driver – police said. Police had said those on board were employees of the same company, but did not specify… Continue reading A BUSLOAD OF BUS DRIVERS INJURED WHEN THE WHEELS ON THE BUS DIDN’T GO ROUND N’ ROUND: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #49
IWITN #45: A Tragic Shooting Death & Injury Of Subway Employees
It is reported that one Subway Sandwich Artist was tragically murdered and that another was shot at an Atlanta Subway Sandwich Store. A customer, upset over too much mayo being placed upon a sandwich, reportedly became violent and fired shots. The tragedy is made worse as the son of the deceased worker was present. Dailymail.com… Continue reading IWITN #45: A Tragic Shooting Death & Injury Of Subway Employees
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?
ATTACK AT HOSPITAL WITH MEDICAL WORKERS STABBED: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS # 40
Headlines reported that Encino Hospital Workers were attacked a stabbed by an Attacker. These workers were reportedly in critical condition. Dailymail.com This article will discuss the immediate concern on this matter. What Is the Major Concern with This Incident? Given the facts and the assumption that the same knife was used in the attack each… Continue reading ATTACK AT HOSPITAL WITH MEDICAL WORKERS STABBED: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS # 40
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
CALFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL OFFICERS SERIOUSLY INJURED: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, # 34
A horrendous accident happened when an alleged drunk driver struck a parked California Highway Patrol aka CHP Squad Vehicle on the freeway. It is reported that the driver was traveling 95 miles per hour upon impact and that the cruiser. The police car erupted into flames. The Officers were rushed to the hospital. One is… Continue reading CALFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL OFFICERS SERIOUSLY INJURED: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, # 34
NO PEACE, NO MCNUGGETS AT A MCDONALDS: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #33
There was no “Happy Meal” at a Boston McDonalds when minors allegedly terrorized the store. The minors alleged conduct was so horrible that the Manager closed the restaurant. It is alleged that these minors threw rocks and water bottles as customers and employees. It is reported that “[a]fter the worker tossed a cup of Coke… Continue reading NO PEACE, NO MCNUGGETS AT A MCDONALDS: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #33