Whether you work in an office or outdoors, you face a number of different risks on the job. Aside from occupational illnesses, dangerous equipment and the risk of an injury while riding in a vehicle, you could face serious challenges if you become hurt after falling...
Injuries
Teen girl killed as passenger in accident with drunk driver
Car accidents are scary in the best of situations, but when death is involved, they can be particularly devastating. This was the case with a teenager who was killed as a passenger in a vehicle with a driver who authorities believe was driving under the influence when...
3 FAQs on undocumented worker rights
As an undocumented worker, sustaining an injury on the job does not exclude you from receiving compensation. In New York, you have the same rights as any other American when it comes to workplace injuries. In a recent New York City study published by Plastic and...
What to do if you slip and fall due to snow or ice in New York
Even the most cautious individuals can slip and fall due to winter weather conditions. Many times the incident is minor and after an embarrassing scene, you can go back to your life. However, some slip and falls lead to serious injuries. Here is a guide to help you in...
Should you worry about a nosebleed after a car accident?
Even though your car has airbags, seatbelts, crumple zones and many other safety features, you may still suffer an injury in a car accident. After all, car accidents send more than 4.4 million Americans to the emergency room every year. While some accident-associated...
Dangerous truck driver fatigue and the circadian rhythm issue
If you are driving on the highway next to an 18-wheeler that keeps drifting in and out of its lane, you have every reason to feel nervous. There could be various reasons for the drifting, including sleepiness. At certain times of the day, there is a lull in the body’s...
4 common types of construction accidents
If you work at construction sites, you face physically demanding labor every day. Working on a construction site is also dangerous, and many serious and fatal accidents happen every year. According to U.S. Department of Labor, 5,333 workers died while at work in 2019....
Winter slip-and-fall accidents are not confined to the outdoors
There are many winter hazards such as icy steps or slick asphalt parking lots that can cause slip-and-fall accidents. However, there are just as many accidents waiting to happen indoors as outdoors. For example, it is easy to lose traction when walking on a slippery...
What are hurdles of life with a traumatic brain injury?
When New York drivers get into crashes, their lives may forever change. Some people end up with traumatic brain injuries. These injuries have lasting impacts on whoever suffers from them. Today we will take a look at some of the impacts TBIs have on victims. It...
Brain injuries: The impact you feel after the injury
Brain injuries occur when you hit your head or when the brain hits the skull due to force. Inside the skull, there are ligaments and tendons that hold the brain in place. When the head moves from side to side quickly, they could sheer. If you hit your head, your brain...