It is reported in the Nypost.com that an MTA Bus Driver crashed their care after suffering from a medical emergency. Apparently, as a result of the medical emergency, they lost control of their vehicle and crashed it into a Burger King Restaurant. While no Whoppers were damaged due to the store being closed, the Bus… Continue reading AN INJURY THAT WAS A WHOPPER! WELL, SORT OF: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #126
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Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Overdose Claims Life of Washington Police Officer: Injured Workers in the News, #98
While working, a Police Officer- while at his precinct- collapsed and died from fentanyl and meth poisoning. In the news reports, it is reported that the incident may not have been by accident. According to the Dailymail, “Police in Vancouver, Washington, investigated Kelly’s death and concluded that it was ‘more likely than not caused by… Continue reading Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Overdose Claims Life of Washington Police Officer: Injured Workers in the News, #98
WAS A MCDONALD’S WORKER BEING SHOT IN THE FACE A WORK INJURY? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #50
In Brooklyn, a McDonald’s Worker was shot in the face. After the incident, the worker was reportedly in critical care as a result of the incident. The facts of the case are that there was this Worker was in a dispute with a customer inside the restaurant. After the incident, the Worker, for reasons not… Continue reading WAS A MCDONALD’S WORKER BEING SHOT IN THE FACE A WORK INJURY? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #50
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF’S HELICOPTER CRASH: INJURED WORKERS’ IN THE NEWS, #23
Five Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputies and one Civilian were injured when a department helicopter crashed. The vehicle was in flight to a vehicle collision scene. It reported that the injuries were not life threatening. In the copter, there were deputies including the pilot, copilot, crew chief and two paramedics. Villanueva [the Sheriff] said the… Continue reading LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF’S HELICOPTER CRASH: INJURED WORKERS’ IN THE NEWS, #23
AMERICAN AIRLINES EMPLOYEE STABBED BY CO-WORKER: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #15
An American Airlines Employee conflict resulted in a stabbing injury. Was this a workers’ compensation injury? It is reported that there was a dispute between two American Airline Employees at Boston Long International Airport. The dispute escalated into physical confrontation. One worker was stabbed by a multi-use tool and taken to the hospital with non-life… Continue reading AMERICAN AIRLINES EMPLOYEE STABBED BY CO-WORKER: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #15
What You Need To Know About Injured Workers, No-Fault Injuries, & Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ Compensation, being a “no-fault” system, provides compensation for injuries caused by slips, trips and falls. Slips, trips and falls constitute the second most common injuries within workers’ compensation. The injuries from slips, trips and falls can range from physical injury to death. Slips, trips and falls are the most expensive injuries as far as… Continue reading What You Need To Know About Injured Workers, No-Fault Injuries, & Workers’ Compensation
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
A ROBECKS EMPLOYEE’S ENCOUNTER WITH A CUSTOMER DID NOT GO SMOOTHLY: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #12
A Robeck’s Juice Store Customer’s tirade rocked Store Employees. He shouted anti immigrant statements as well a profanity. It is reported he tried to enter the employee’s work area and his tossed and struck an employee with a drink. The Customer was angry because he believed that the employee who prepared the drink with nuts… Continue reading A ROBECKS EMPLOYEE’S ENCOUNTER WITH A CUSTOMER DID NOT GO SMOOTHLY: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #12
WAS AN AMAZON EMPLOYEE FATALITY AN INDUSTRIAL EVENT? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #2
An Amazon Worker in New York City was fatally struck. It was reported that they were hit by an unlicensed driver who was a co-worker. At the time of the accident, the 24 year-old Amazon Worker was crossing a street at 11:30pm outside of the the Amazon Fulfillment Center. The worker was brought to the… Continue reading WAS AN AMAZON EMPLOYEE FATALITY AN INDUSTRIAL EVENT? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #2