For construction workers, it’s important to be aware of the Fatal Four. These are the four issues that cause the most fatal accidents every year. They include falls, struck-by accidents, caught-between accidents and electrocutions. While falls are the most common...
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Can people with spinal cord injuries learn to walk again?
Much of what people know about severe injuries comes from the media. The average person doesn't have a close relationship with a spinal cord injury survivor. Therefore, what they know about spinal cord injuries may come from books, movies or television shows....
Teens face dangerous period for driving
If you are the parent of a younger teen who has their driver’s license, you likely are already worried about them. And your worries are rooted in fact, as we are in the middle of a dangerous time for teens who drive. The period of time from Memorial Day weekend...
What to know before your Social Security Disability interview
If you’ve been scheduled for a Social Security Disability interview, you’re probably wondering what to expect and how important it really is. This interview plays a crucial role in your disability claim, and the information you provide can shape the outcome of your...
The danger of inattentional blindness
A motorcyclist is driving down the highway during their morning commute, heading into work. Ahead of them, another commuter is waiting to pull out of their driveway in a pickup truck. As the motorcycle approaches, the rider sees the truck driver turn their head and...
Workers’ comp can be a financial lifeline after electrocution
Electrocution injuries can change a worker’s life in an instant. From burns and nerve damage to heart complications and brain trauma, the effects can be both severe and long-lasting. In Connecticut, workers’ compensation can serve as a critical financial lifeline for...
Construction site trenches are essential but hazardous
Most construction sites will need one or more trenches dug. They are essential for foundations to be laid, for sewage to be taken away and for supplies such as gas, electricity, water or internet to be run to a property. The problem is that holes in the ground are...
School bus accidents and liability
When you send your child on a school bus, you expect them to get to school and return home safe and sound. Sadly, this isn't always the case. School bus accidents can be devastating, leaving families and communities struggling with the aftermath. Determining who is...
On-the-job hazards factory workers face
The nature of factory work means that these hardworking individuals are faced with hazards on each shift. Those hazards can lead to serious injuries, so employers must ensure they take steps to keep those employees as safe as possible. There are several hazards that...
Potential symptoms of a traumatic brain injury
If you suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in an on-the-job accident, you can have both short-term and long-term symptoms. The symptoms can also vary dramatically based on the part of the brain that was harmed, the severity of the injury and other such factors. It...
