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Discrimination in the workplace is not only upsetting and immoral; it is also illegal. If you experienced discrimination by an employer, supervisor, or co-workers based on your gender, age, race, religion, or another protected class, you could file a lawsuit. You may qualify for damages such as… Read more
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Doing your job can be challenging enough. When you’re worried that you’re not receiving the same treatment as your co-workers, that stress gets compounded. You may have a manager that plays favorites, or you may have been passed over for promotion multiple times. Knowing how to handle unfair… Read more
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Workplace accidents happen; it’s a fact of life. But when the accident leaves you with a severe injury, causing permanent damage, long-term disability, or even psychological trauma, the stakes are exponentially higher.A broken bone or mild concussion may heal with time, but spinal injuries,… Read more
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Electricity can be as dangerous as it is useful. This is particularly true in the workplace, where employees may prove uniquely vulnerable to electrical risks. Data analyzed by the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) indicates that 154 workers died due to electrical injuries… Read more
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When people think about workplace injuries, they often imagine slips and falls, back strain from heavy lifting, or repetitive stress injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome. While these are common, many lesser-known workplace injuries can have severe consequences for employees. These obscure… Read more
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Workers’ compensation represents an insurance plan purchased by employers to cover the financial losses caused by a workplace accident. Every state but Texas operates under some form of a workers’ compensation insurance program that private employers must participate in to help employees recover… Read more
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Nurses often witness patients going through their worst experiences. During these difficult times, nurses are susceptible to some very rough treatment as the injured party and their concerned family members may raise their voices or say some uncharacteristically harsh things. As a nurse, ensuring… Read more
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Although there is no specific deadline for seeing a doctor after a work injury, the sooner you do it, the better. This is because of two main reasons, as discussed below.When you get injured at work, seeking immediate medical attention could be the difference between recovering and suffering long-… Read more
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Yes, you can file a lawsuit, but only if the employer broke the law when they fired you. Generally, you may be able to file a wrongful termination lawsuit against your employer if they fired you for any of the following reasons:Employee RetaliationYour employer cannot fire you for engaging in… Read more
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Slip and fall accidents are among the most common workplace injuries, affecting employees across all industries. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more than 800 workers died due to falls in 2020 alone. Many more experience catastrophic and life-changing injuries after… Read more
