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Every job comes with some injury risk, but some industries see more workers’ comp claims than others. For example, the wood product manufacturing industry has one of the highest per-capita rates of workers who become injured on the job. Even though wood product manufacturing is a relatively small field, the risk for injury is high, and thousands of workers in…
There are different terms for how one can become injured and seek compensation. How the injury takes place, where it occurs, the circumstances of it, what the individual was doing when they became injured, and what others were doing around them at the time are all factors that influence how the victim of the injury seeks compensation to assist them…
School is back in session, which means millions of Americans must pay particular attention to traffic laws, speed limits, road crossings, signage, and other rules that apply to school zones. These rules are in place to protect schoolchildren, yet the greatest risk to young people in school zones may not be speeding, failing to read a sign, or yielding to…
Anyone who’s attempted to learn about insurance laws will notice something right off the bat. Such laws are far more confusing than they need to be. In this short article, we’ll answer three of the most frequently asked questions about Ohio’s insurance laws: What is minimum coverage? How does “fault” work in insurance? Why does it take 46 days to…
Given the extensive training that school bus drivers receive and the safety-minded rules and regulations surrounding school buses, these vehicles are thought to be some of the safest on America’s roads. Unfortunately, accidents still occur involving school buses. And particularly for other vehicles, drivers, passengers, and pedestrians involved in a collision with a school bus, these accidents can be devastating.…
Motorcycles give riders endless hours of enjoyment on America’s roads. But they are also dangerous. Motorcycle enthusiasts need to know the risks, understand safe and defensive motorcycle operations, and know how to respond when an accident occurs. Motorcycle Accident Statistics Unfortunately, motorcycle accidents and motorcycle-related injuries are at an all-time high. According to the National Safety Council:[1] “Although motorcycles make…
Everyone who shares America’s roads wants a safe experience while doing so. Unfortunately, the risk for accidents has increased as rural and urban roadways become more congested. Of particular concern, increasing numbers of commercial trucks on interstate and highway roads have led to more accidents, especially accidents caused by distracted driving. Commercial Truck Driving Accident Statistics Unfortunately, motor vehicle accidents…
With long days and short nights, good weather across the nation and no school, summer is the best time to take the family out to experience one of the nation’s most iconic vacations, a road trip. But before hitting the pavement, Americans are advised to follow a few basic preparation guidelines to ensure maximum enjoyment and minimum roadside difficulties.Tips for…
The summer months are everyone’s favorite time to hit the beach, riverfront, waterpark, or public pool. However, water activities unfortunately go hand-in-hand with water-related accidents, injuries, and deaths, so families have to keep health and safety at the forefront. Families should start by always swimming under lifeguard supervision, which improves safety and peace of mind.[1] Ohio ranks 22nd in the…
The Covid-19 pandemic reshaped how Americans view and perform work. According to the Pew Research Center, 59% of workers in 2022 work from home all the time or most of the time. An additional 18% report working from home part of the time, indicating that almost 80% of the American workforce engages in some degree of work-from-home employment.[1] While the…
