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
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CALIFORNIA FIREFIGHTERS INJURED DURING WILDFIRE: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #121
Per the Dailymail.com, in California, two Firefighters sustained minor to moderate burns while putting out a wildfire. The two were hospitalized as a result. This series of facts raise important workers’ compensation law issue. This fact pattern will address this matter within California Law. Do the Parts of the Body Injured Matter? Yes. In California,… Continue reading CALIFORNIA FIREFIGHTERS INJURED DURING WILDFIRE: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS, #121
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
MTA WORKER SMASHED IN HEAD: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #114
An MTA Train Conductor was randomly whacked in the head with a glass bottle. The 38-year-old MTA worker was taken to the hospital and was reported to be in stable condition. Nypost.com This article will discuss this fact pattern within California Workers’ Compensation Law. Does The Term “Stable” Have Any Meaning Within Workers’ Compensation? No.… Continue reading MTA WORKER SMASHED IN HEAD: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #114
DID THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION SYSTEM LET A BATTERED TEACHER DOWN? INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #103
The Workers’ Compensation System is not without controversy or flaws. A Florida Instructor’s highly publicized work injury illustrates a benefit payment kerfuffle. How the workers’ compensation works has made a Teacher/Paraeducator struggle post-injury to make ends meet. A student had criminally assaulted her and, as a result, suffered severe injuries. This article analyzes how a… Continue reading DID THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION SYSTEM LET A BATTERED TEACHER DOWN? INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS, #103
At SpaceX, Worker Injuries Soar Amidst Elon Musk’s Race to Mars: Injured Workers in the News, #101
Elon Musk’s SpaceX Company has been beset with work injuries. According to the DailyMail.com, the injuries have included cuts or lacerations, broken bones, dislocations,, hands or fingers were ‘crushed,’ head injuries, skull fractures, concussions and a traumatic brain injury. Further, there have been burns and eye injuries. There are allegations of safety failures. Specifically, in… Continue reading At SpaceX, Worker Injuries Soar Amidst Elon Musk’s Race to Mars: Injured Workers in the News, #101
Store Clerk Set On Fire by Shoplifter: Injured Workers in the News, #91
In California. a Bay Area Clerk suffered a horrendous work injury. He was set on fire by a homeless serial shoplifter. Dailymail.com It is reported that the Clerk suffered second and third degree burns to his face, neck, chest and shoulder. This article will discuss the special benefit that an Injured Workers are entitled to… Continue reading Store Clerk Set On Fire by Shoplifter: Injured Workers in the News, #91
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
What You Need To Know About The 2022 Total Temporary Disability Rate
Each year, the State of California sets the minimum and maximum total temporary disability payment rates. The new 2022 minimum and maximum temporary total disability (TTD) rates effective on January 1, 2022, will be $230.95, per week for the minimum rate and $1,539.71, for the maximum. What Does This Rate Change Mean For Injured Workers?… Continue reading What You Need To Know About The 2022 Total Temporary Disability Rate
WCITN #14: A Unique Film Production Injury
The Rust Film Production’s fatality was not the only work injury of interest. Another worker sustained a work injury when they were bitten by a venomous brown recluse spider. This occurred when the production was shutting down. The spider’s bite contained poison. As a result, the crew member has been hospitalized and may require the… Continue reading WCITN #14: A Unique Film Production Injury