Even people who work in the health care industry providing care to others are vulnerable to occupational injuries. Some of the highest injury rates in the health care sector affect nurses because of the often physical nature of their work and the risk of exposure to...
When it comes to motorcycle gear, you probably understand the importance of helmets. Helmets protect against serious head injuries, but they are only a portion of the motorcycle gear you need when riding. AARP suggests that you wear a variety of protective gear on the...
Professional truck drivers work long hours, and their job not only includes time behind the wheel but often loading and unloading cargo. Over time, even young drivers can experience injuries that cause them to file claims for workers’ compensation benefits. Accidents...
It can be quite scary to come across a large truck acting erratically or making dangerous maneuvers on the roadway. You may try to get away from the vehicle or to keep your distance, but that does not remove the risk from the road. A truck driver with bad driving...
Each year, agencies look at the number of motor vehicle accidents to see what story the statistics tell. This data can help target driver safety programs or alert authorities to a situation that calls for a remedy. Information so far from 2021 shows at least one...
Whether you recently suffered an injury in a construction accident and want to learn more about your options or you work in construction and worry about your safety, it is helpful to go over statistics on construction accidents. Reviewing data on these accidents helps...
As summer continues into the warmest and sunniest month, many motorcyclists take to the road to enjoy the good weather. Unfortunately, this also means there is an upswing in motorcycle crashes and related injuries. One of the most common injuries that do not get...
Truck drivers must prioritize road safety above any other type of driver, due to the size and weight of the vehicle they man. It can easily cause damage to other vehicles, and most cars that end up in crashes with truckers take the brunt of the damage. Unfortunately,...
With its many warehouses and distribution centers, Lincoln is an excellent place to work as a lumper. If you have experience loading and unloading commercial vehicles, you probably also earn a high salary. Of course, because it is a physical job, lumping may increase...
If you were in a motorcycle accident, one of the most common injuries you may suffer is a traumatic brain injury or a TBI. According to the FDA, any sudden movement of the head can cause the brain to bounce in the skull and break blood vessels or injure brain cells....
