Embarking on a second or subsequent marriage is often filled with anticipation and financial concerns. Investment portfolios, property, debt and children from previous relationships can all affect the way you view your life moving forward. Signing a prenuptial...
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Warehouse workers see high injury, fatality rates
New York warehouses have long been dangerous places to earn a living, but research shows they have become increasingly so in recent years. The number of warehouse workers dying on the job has risen rapidly in a recent two-year span. There are several factors that may...
What are some treatments for facial fractures?
Even if you take precautions during your work hours, sometimes you just cannot see a workplace injury coming. You might suffer a fall, or a piece of equipment strikes you, or a flying object hits you in the face. Any of these events could break one or more of your...
How nursing homes and assisted living communities differ
Watching your parents age is rarely easy, and it may be difficult to accept that your parent may no longer be safe living on his or her own. There are many considerations involved in deciding whether to move your mother or father into a nursing home or assisted living...
What support services are available when I make a claim?
When you make a workers’ compensation claim, you not only get access to benefits but also an array of support services. You should use these services to help you as you adjust to life after the injury, try to get back to work or simply need help with anything. The...
What can you expect from carpal tunnel surgery?
Carpal tunnel is a common condition that occurs due to the workplace environment. Cashiers, assistants and others who use repetitive movements often suffer from carpal tunnel. If your condition does not respond to braces, corticosteroids or if you can no longer grip...
I can’t be injured in my office… can I?
Some industries are more dangerous than others. Construction, for example, is full of potential workplace hazards that can cause serious injuries. But on-site injuries are not limited to physical labor. Many people who work indoors at an office don’t consider...
OSHA’s new beryllium enforcement to be delayed 60 days
Staten Island construction workers, manufacturers and those who work in shipyards may have reason for concern after the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that it is delaying enforcement of its new beryllium standards.What is beryllium and...
What can I do to expedite my claim?
Doing your part throughout the process A work injury can make everyday tasks seem overwhelming. Tasks that you used to accomplish with ease such as attending appointments can become more challenging than you anticipated. But as you progress through your workers’...