Breitbart reports that there is an epidemic of work-related injuries to Police Officers. It is reported that over 100,000 Police Officers have been attacked over the past two years. Further, 194 officers have been feloniously killed. According to the article, “[t]hat number of 79,000 law enforcement officers being physically assaulted in 2023 is a… Continue reading THE EPIDEMIC OF POLICE OFFICER INJURIES: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #119
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POSTAL WORKER ROBBED AT GUNPOINT IN DAYLIGHT: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #116
In Dublin California, a Postal Worker was robbed by masked assailants at gunpoint. The incident was caught on film. The 33-year Postal Worker had a gun placed upon her head. During the interaction, she indicated that she thought: “I’m going to die.” She worries but told herself to keep calm. In an interview, she stated… Continue reading POSTAL WORKER ROBBED AT GUNPOINT IN DAYLIGHT: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS #116
6-Year Old Shoots Teacher: Injured Workers in the News #73
It is reported that an Elementary School Teacher was deliberately shot by a six-year-old student in her classroom. She is reportedly critically ill. Dailymail.com This article will discuss this fact pattern under the premise that the Teacher was a Public School Employee within the State of California. Are There Limits to This Teacher’s Workers’ Compensation… Continue reading 6-Year Old Shoots Teacher: Injured Workers in the News #73
BURGER KING MELEE LEAVES YOUTHFUL FAST FOOD WORKERS INJURED: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS #62
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
MTA CLEANER SUSTAINS INJURIES IN AN UNPROVOKED ATTACK: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS # 48
It is reported that a New York City MTA Worker was slugged in the face. She worked as a cleaner. It is also reported that she worked for a company contracted with the MTA. Nypost.com This article will discuss “unprovoked attacks.” Are There Any Special Benefits For Individuals Who Sustain Work-Related “Unprovoked Attacks”? Possibly. In… Continue reading MTA CLEANER SUSTAINS INJURIES IN AN UNPROVOKED ATTACK: INJURED WORKER IN THE NEWS # 48
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?
A HOSPITAL SHOOTING: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS # 41
A tragic shooting occurred in a Tulsa Hospital. The shooter had just received back surgery a few weeks before and was apparently not happy. He killed the surgeon, another doctor, the receptionist and a patient. The shooter then took his own life. This article will discuss this matter under California Workers’ Compensation Law. The discussion… Continue reading A HOSPITAL SHOOTING: INJURED WORKERS IN THE NEWS # 41
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