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A Brief History of Workers’ Compensation

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on September 29th, 2017 in Workers' Compensation

Today’s workers’ compensation system is quite complex. However, no matter how unwieldy these laws are, they are a major part of any industrialized society. The modern workers’ compensation laws have gone through massive changes...

Are Minority Workers At Higher Risk of Workplace Injuries?

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on June 23rd, 2017 in Accidents Injury Blog

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Minority workers – particularly men – are at more risk for being injured while on the job. That’s the conclusion of a University of Southern California report. In this issue, we’ll talk about what’s...

Knowing These Workplace Hazards Can Increase Workplace Safety

Posted by: Medical Malpractice on October 4th, 2016 in Blog

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 4,821 people were killed on their jobs in 2014. Hazards exist in every workplace. It is the responsibility of the employer to make sure that...