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An emergency generator is invaluable during a power outage. However, these unwieldy machines can do more harm than good if used without the right care — or if manufacturers fail to properly safety-check their products.One popular brand of home generators, Generac, is currently the subject of a… Read more
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Wage theft has become the scourge of the American workplace. Millions of people find themselves not getting paid for the actual number of hours they work in a week, which can make it that much harder to make ends meet. There are many dubious tactics large corporations and small businesses employ to… Read more
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After unsafe working conditions were reported at a warehouse in Long Island, New York, six people who worked at this warehouse have since died of Covid-19, according to recent news reports.
Earlier investigations by The Intercept and Type Investigations found that the employees at this warehouse… Read more
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Timely and accurate medical diagnosis can mean the difference between life and death.But if a doctor fails to identify a serious condition, like cancer, a stroke, or a heart attack, and critical treatment is delayed, that failure can have fatal consequences. For thousands of patients each year… Read more
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Artificial intelligence is increasingly influencing how companies hire, monitor, evaluate, promote, and terminate workers. But can AI automate these processes fairly without discrimination?Former employees’ complaints against Meta Platforms raise a significant question: What happens when automated… Read more
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Working in a restaurant, whether as a server, cook, dishwasher, bartender, host, or manager, can be fast-paced and rewarding work, but it can also come with unpredictable hours, demanding customers, and sometimes confusing or even illegal employment practices. In California, restaurant workers… Read more
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When we visit a pharmacy, we trust that the medication handed over the counter is exactly what the doctor ordered. Unfortunately, pharmacy errors happen more often than many realize, and when they do, the consequences can be devastating.If you've received the wrong medication from a pharmacy,… Read more
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Whether a victim falls from a height, such as a scaffold, or slips and falls on a slick surface while shopping at the local grocery store, injuries that result from a fall range in severity from minor to severe. Examples of minor injuries include mild cuts and lacerations that heal after just a few… Read more
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With the ubiquity of digital platforms, many people fail to read all the terms of service with which they are presented online. Often, app and website users click “accept” without fully reading all the fine print. In most cases, there are no negative consequences to doing so. Still, sometimes… Read more
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Food poisoning is a serious public health issue that affects millions of people in the United States every year. While some cases result in mild discomfort, others can lead to severe health complications, long-term medical issues, and even death. To make matters worse, most instances of food… Read more
