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Having a disability doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy life — rather, you sometimes have to take a different approach in achieving the same outcome as other people. However, due to pervasive social prejudices, your employer might assume you aren’t the best person for the job. They might refuse to provide… Read more
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Are you more likely to get in a car accident in California than in Indiana? Do more people get hurt on the job in New Jersey than in New Mexico?When you think about safety in the United States, where does your state rank? When it comes to crime, road hazards, workplace incidents, or emergency… Read more
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Forty-nine out of 50 states require employers in the private sector to purchase workers’ compensation insurance to cover the financial losses caused by workplace accidents. When an employee sustains one or more injuries as the result of a workplace accident, the employee must follow certain steps… Read more
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Overexertion injuries are some of the most common workplace-related injuries in the United States. Unfortunately, many workers do not realize that they may be able to file a claim following an overexertion injury until it is too late. On the other hand, some downplay such injuries thinking that it… Read more
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No one expects to work in an environment where they could be needlessly exposed to dangerous chemicals or gasses. But if this happens to you, you need to know what to do next and how to proceed. You might need to file a work injury or work illness claim right away, and this is one of the best ways… Read more
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As of June 19, 2024, New York employers are required to provide their employees with up to 30 minutes of paid lactation break at work for up to three years after giving birth. Before this change, employers only had to provide reasonable unpaid break time for those who needed to express breast milk… Read more
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Working in a warehouse is a more dangerous role than many other jobs, and warehouse workers should exercise caution to avoid an on-the-job injury. Between falling objects and moving equipment, there are many potential risks that can cause an injury. By taking extra steps to keep safe, you can… Read more
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Twice a year, millions of Americans adjust their clocks for Daylight Saving Time (DST), an event that disrupts our sleep schedules, alters our routines, and, surprisingly, increases the likelihood of accidents. While many view DST as a mere inconvenience or a quirky tradition, its impact on… Read more
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When you’re facing an issue at work, whether it’s wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, unpaid wages, or harassment, it’s not just a legal matter. It’s personal. Your livelihood, dignity, and future are at stake. That’s why it’s so important to choose the right law firm—one with the… Read more
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Every employee deserves a safe, respectful, and fair workplace. But for too many workers, that isn’t the reality. From illegal firings to workplace harassment, unpaid wages to toxic environments, employees across the country face serious challenges, and they often don’t know where to turn.Human… Read more
