Elder Abuse: A Growing Problem in the United States? A study done by the Special Investigations Division of the House Government Reform Committee reported that the percentage of nursing homes cited for violations has increased every year since 1996. A startling 30% of nursing homes were cited for nearly 9,000 instances of abuse over only […]
Asbestos Exposure – Can We Really Control It?
Asbestos Exposure – Can We Really Control It? Asbestos is typically thought of as a substance that is no longer in use anymore because it is a well-known carcinogen. Asbestos is fire resistant, strong, cheap, abundant, and absorbs sound. It is no wonder it rose to popularity throughout the 20th century since it was so versatile. […]
What to Include in Your Wrongful Death Claim
What to Include in Your Wrongful Death Claim When someone dies because of the legal fault of another person, the deceased’s estate can file a wrongful death claim. This is a kind of lawsuit that seeks compensation for the loss such as medical expenses, lost wages that would have been earned by the deceased, funeral […]
Asbestos exposure affects more than mill workers
Asbestos exposure affects more than mill workers Asbestos has been a threat for centuries more than people realize. Modern use didn’t expand until the Industrial Revolution, but its discovery dates back to 2500 B.C. as a way to strengthen ceramic pots and utensils. Since then, it’s been used in many products, including tiles, insulation, crayons […]
5 Things You Need to Know About Wrongful Death Lawsuits
5 Things You Need to Know About Wrongful Death Lawsuits If someone dies due to the fault of a person or organization, that person’s family can file a wrongful death lawsuit. A wrongful death lawsuit seeks compensation for the survivors such as lost wages that the deceased could have earned, mental anguish, a loss of […]
Safety tips for your Fourth of July weekend
Safety tips for your Fourth of July weekend In the United States, we celebrate the anniversary of our independence with cookouts and fireworks. Many pack up their cars and visit friends and family, causing increased traffic during the holiday weekend. Unfortunately, the next few days can be some of the most dangerous. For more than […]
May Day marks bloody history for workers rights in United States
May Day marks bloody history for workers rights in United States The first day of May is globally known as May Day or International Worker’s Day. While cities around the world, such as Jakarta, Istanbul, Bangkok, Berlin and Moscow, hold protests and demonstrations to celebrate, the holiday sees little recognition in the United States. Some […]
Workers Memorial Day: Mourn for the dead, fight for the living
Workers Memorial Day: Mourn for the dead, fight for the living For many, going to work is an everyday task completed without fear of injury or death. Men and women sit at their desks, finishing necessary assignments and returning home to relax or spend time with their family. For others, that reassurance does not exist. […]
The year of the recall might be 2015
The year of the recall might be 2015 General Motors became one of the most mentioned companies in 2014 after recalling almost three million vehicles for an ignition switch defect early in the year. As the year continued, GM would go on to recall almost 30 million vehicles, accounting for half of all the vehicles recalled in […]
Fatal truck accidents on the rise in fracking communities
Fatal truck accidents on the rise in fracking communities Hydraulic fracturing, more commonly known as fracking, is a booming industry around the United States, but the growth isn’t without criticism. Many believe the negative side effects, including property damage, water contamination and released gases, outweigh the benefits. New studies are regularly completed to highlight discoveries associated with fracking. For example, […]