Pizzeria Worker Suffers Unimaginable Tragedy: Injured Workers In the News #128

The NyPost reports that senseless acts of violence were brought upon a Pizzeria Worker.  Not only was he assaulted by a customer, the customer’s dog also joined in the melee.  The pit bull reportedly mauled the worker.  At some point, both the customer and the dog simultaneously attacked the worker.  It is reported that the… Continue reading Pizzeria Worker Suffers Unimaginable Tragedy: Injured Workers In the News #128

McDonalds’ Workers Serving Up Unhappy Meals? Injured Workers In the News, #109

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

TACO HELL? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #107

A Mexican Restaurant- Taco John’s-was on the verge of being renamed Taco Hell.  Reportedly, an infestation of unruly teenagers was turning a paradise of guacamole and  fajitas into purgatory. According to the Nypost.com, there were multiple events which involved activities such as middle school students stealing soda and condiments.  The teens were accused of leaving… Continue reading TACO HELL? INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #107

BURGER KING MELEE LEAVES YOUTHFUL FAST FOOD WORKERS INJURED:  INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #62

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Fast Food Workers at a Burger King encountered a true “burger insanity” moment. According to the reports, “[i]t started with an unruly customer and spilled pop. By the time it was over, a 17-year-old worker had to get stitches for a cut to the forehead and a 15-year-old, working her first job, suffered a busted… Continue reading BURGER KING MELEE LEAVES YOUTHFUL FAST FOOD WORKERS INJURED:  INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #62

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

RESTAURANT STAFF ASSAULTED IN SAUCE-Y DISPUTE: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS # 46

Fast Food Workers are being subjected to unprecedented dangers.  Minor disputes with Customers,  such as over condiments, have led to both injury and tragedy.  A recent assault of Fast Food Workers in New York is both disturbing and unique. Fancy French Fry Establishment Workers were assaulted by a trio of unruly customers upset over the… Continue reading RESTAURANT STAFF ASSAULTED IN SAUCE-Y DISPUTE: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS # 46

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?

NO PEACE, NO MCNUGGETS AT A MCDONALDS: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #33

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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

A TACO BELL EMPLOYEE WHO RUNG THE BELL OF A CUSTOMER: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #24

A Taco Bell Employee may have earned himself a new profession as a WWE wrestler. A viral video shows this fearless Fast Food Worker dodging a customer’s blow and performing an epic take down.  He picked up and hurled the man over his shoulder and tossing him into the air. The customer dropped to the… Continue reading A TACO BELL EMPLOYEE WHO RUNG THE BELL OF A CUSTOMER: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #24