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The U.S. Department of Labor is discussing a proposed rule change in how the department classifies workers. The new rule seeks to clarify the difference between an ’employee’ and a ‘contractor.’ Details of the Proposed Rule In early October of 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor proposed a rule that would make it more difficult for companies to treat workers…
According to Project Play, at least 56% of children play some type of team sport in school. That same institute predicts this figure will rise to 63% by 2030.[1] Children who play sports report higher self-esteem and improved life skills, goal setting, time management, and work ethic. But sports have downsides too, such as the risk of physical injury. Preventing…
In a victory for the family of a road worker killed during road construction, a Cuyahoga Common Pleas Court jury ruled on Monday, October 3rd, 2022, that the Cleveland-based construction company Perk Co. is liable for $16.9 million in damages. The $16.9 million will be awarded to the estate of David Sollars.[1] Details of the Accident Road worker David Sollars…
Spooky season is officially here! It’s a favorite time of year for many, and it comes with various fun activities like trick-or-treating, hay wagon rides, corn mazes, pumpkin patches, Halloween parties, and spooky theme parks. But all this excitement can lead to an occasional accident or injury. What happens when you trip over a pumpkin stalk? Or when you or…
The elderly should be protected, cherished, and cared for with compassion, dignity, and respect. They cared for us when we were young, and now it’s our responsibility to care for them. Unfortunately, nursing home neglect is a serious problem, one that is committed to fighting. Getting Informed on Nursing Home Neglect Nursing home neglect may be one of the most…
A catastrophic event hit close to home on the evening of September 20th and into the morning hours of September 21st. The event involved the BP-Husky Toledo Refinery in Oregon, Ohio, just across the river from Toledo, experiencing a major explosion and fire. Two steelworkers, brothers Ben and Max Morrissey with United Steelworkers Local 1-346, were severely injured in the…
Autumn is just around the corner, which means the flannels are coming out of the closet, and family members and friends are coming over for a toasty warm fire in the backyard fire pit. However, anywhere fire is involved, it’s important to: A). Follow local laws and ordinances. B). Observe safe fire pit practices. Before building a fire, one should…
Applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits is no walk in the park. Endless paperwork accompanied by deadlines, confusing legalese, and government representatives who are not always available to answer your questions complicate the process. The following section identifies and answers the most frequently asked questions about SSD. Frequently Asked Questions about Social Security Disability Benefits Q. What are the…
With school back in session and thousands of Ohio teens obtaining driver’s licenses’ and driving to school or work for the first time, parents should take extra steps to ensure their teens drive safely.Ohio Teen Driving StatisticsTo raise awareness of the unique risks that teens face on the road, the Ohio Department of Public Safety released information highlighting teen traffic…
Workers’ compensation laws cover some 135 million employees. Such laws are responsible for a collective payout of more than $7 trillion each year, making workers’ comp one of the largest government-mandated programs in the country. The following sections outline which industries generate the most workers’ compensation claims in Ohio.[1]HealthcarePeople think of healthcare workers as individuals who save lives, but such…
