People who lose their loved ones after a workplace accident have more than just sudden grief to attend to. On top of losing the income of the deceased, there are often hospital bills and funeral costs. New Jersey workers' compensation is a tool that allows grieving...
Whether your child enjoys riding his or her bike or you bike near traffic on a daily basis, it is essential to understand the many risks you face. Aside from reviewing preventative measures that could keep you safe, it is also helpful to take a look at data on cyclist...
Working in a New Jersey warehouse often involves heavy lifting and long days spent on your feet. While the general nature of warehouse work makes it dangerous, research shows that something else is a major contributor to your injury risk when working in a warehouse:...
If you have sustained an injury because of someone else's negligence, you may have a right to receive financial compensation. However, if the other party claims that you caused your own injuries, you might think pursuing a lawsuit is a waste of time. After an...
You might never expect to get into an accident with another vehicle, but it is important to keep a cool head if it should happen to you. Assuming you are not badly hurt and can walk around, you should gather information on your collision. The other driver may blame...
One aspect of workers' compensation that people might not hear about is a return-to-work program. This is a strategy designed to help you acclimate to a work environment after being away for a time because of injury or illness. An RTW strategy takes time to put...
Following an accident, traumatic brain injuries can alter the course of your life. TBIs can impact various areas of the brain. Sometimes, you may have damage in multiple areas, whereas other times, the damage may be isolated to one. However, one of the most common...
When you drive, it is essential to pay attention and be alert. You must be ready for anything that may come into your path or any conditions that may change and require you to react. If you have inattentional blindness, Simply Psychology explains it means you do not...
Workers' compensation covers medical expenses and lost wages associated with a job-related injury. Without this system, workers risk incurring costly treatments and employers are vulnerable to lawsuits. However, there is a gray area for those injured while on break....
You may feel a rush of frustration and confusion in the time after a serious accident at work. When you go to drive your car or pick up an item, a rush of pain could stop you from doing so. Noticing the ways that spinal cord trauma influences your actions and changes...
