On behalf of Brock Law Offices | Oct 27, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Some employees hesitate to file claims for workers’ compensation benefits fearing retaliation from their employers. An incident involving a UPS worker illustrates the need for employers to implement safety procedures and provide proper assistance to employees with...
On behalf of Brock Law Offices | Oct 21, 2020 | Trucking Safety
Because truckers work long hours, maintaining their health may seem unlikely and difficult to do. Poor health can result in reduced energy and increased fatigue which may contribute to truck accidents in Nebraska. Truckers who prioritize their health and take...
by jacqueb | Oct 21, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
In some states, you have a right to see your own doctor if you make this request in writing before the injury occurs. More typically, however, injured workers are referred to a doctor recruited and paid for by their employers. Usually, you will only be required to see...
by jacqueb | Oct 21, 2020 | Pandemic News COVID19, 2020, Trucking Safety
FMCSA announced an extension of the CDL/CLP waiver that was set to expire on September 30. This new waiver becomes effective on October 1, 2020 and will expire on December 31, 2020. However, this waiver is nuanced, so we encourage carriers to review the specific...
by jacqueb | Oct 7, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Did you know a popular drug, prescribed by doctors for a sleeping aide can be used incorrectly and potentially put the user and others at risk? Ambien is a safe drug to use to help someone sleep if they are anxious. However, this drug is designed to work 7-8 hours...
On behalf of Brock Law Offices | Oct 6, 2020 | Personal Injury
It probably comes as little surprise to learn that motorcyclists are much more vulnerable than car occupants when it comes to accidents. In fact, the economic impact of motorcycle accidents alone are staggering: associated emergency services costs, medical costs,...
On behalf of Brock Law Offices | Sep 23, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Nebraska construction workers like you deserve to have a safe working environment. Many laws and regulations are in place to try facilitating this. Unfortunately, that is not always enough. One of the biggest industry risks you face involves fall incidents. Thus, it...
On behalf of Brock Law Offices | Sep 15, 2020 | Vehicle Driving Safety News and Updates
Most experienced motorcycle riders have stories about near misses with passenger vehicles, seemingly because the driver did not “see” them. Forbes reports that a study from the National Transportation Safety Board confirms that motorcycles’ virtual...
by jacqueb | Sep 14, 2020 | Pandemic News COVID19, 2020, Trucking Safety
During the pandemic, truckers have had the option to forgo logs and work to get emergency productions quickly and safely to destinations across the US. This has been extended to the end of the year! Click HERE!
On behalf of Brock Law Offices | Sep 3, 2020 | Personal Injury
Traumatic brain damage is one of the most common types of workplace injuries in Nebraska and in the United States. On average, there are more than 2.87 million deaths, hospitalizations and emergency room visits involving traumatic brain injuries in the United States...
