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Do Rideshare Drivers Deserve Workers Compensation?
Recently, an uber driver sued an ex-taco bell executive after the driver was attacked by the passenger, who was allegedly intoxicated....

John Larrimer
Apr 24, 2017
How Are Healthcare Costs so High? Ohio Healthcare Organizations Are Hiding Prices
In 2015, Ohio State Rep. Jim Butler introduced a price transparency bill that would require medical organizations to give more...

John Larrimer
Apr 19, 2017
Dogs Attacks on Postal Workers Are Not Just a Movie Stereotype
You have probably seen at least one film or show where a mailman gets chased by a dog while delivering mail and runs and yells at the dog...

John Larrimer
Apr 17, 2017
Ohio’s Unemployment Fund Is Changing: File for Benefits Now
Recently, articles have been posted in Columbus news notating that the state’s system for giving unemployment benefits is being amended...

John Larrimer
Apr 12, 2017
Be the First to Get Workers’ Compensation in Your Industry
Many employees work in industries where they are self-starting or independent contractors, and have no infrastructure set up to gain the...

John Larrimer
Apr 10, 2017
Can Ohio Firefighters Receive Workers Comp Benefits for Cancer?
Firefighters have an increased risk of developing cancer due to the nature of their jobs. These brave men and women regularly come into...

John Larrimer
Apr 5, 2017
Are You at Risk for a Workplace Brain Injury?
Workplace accidents that result in catastrophic injuries are often preventable. Employers may allow unsafe work conditions, neglect to...

John Larrimer
Apr 3, 2017
Are There Different Types of Work Injuries for Workers Comp Claims?
There are two common types of workplace injuries for workers compensation claims. These include acute injuries that occur right after an...

John Larrimer
Mar 29, 2017
Workplace Safety: Study Claims This Method Can Prevent Occupational Eye Injuries
A new study conducted by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) has found 90 percent of occupational eye injuries can be prevented...

John Larrimer
Mar 27, 2017
What Are Common Workplace Hazards Caused by Weather?
Poor weather conditions may raise the risk of workplace accidents. It is important for employers and workers to recognize these hazards....

John Larrimer
Mar 22, 2017
Occupational Diseases Part 4: Why Workers Develop Asthma
Over the last several weeks, we have discussed several occupational diseases. Asthma is a common health condition affecting workers. The...

John Larrimer
Mar 20, 2017
Occupational Diseases Part 3: CDC Finds Workers Still Harmed by Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos is one of the most infamous workplace safety hazards in modern history. For decades, asbestos was used in many consumer products...

John Larrimer
Mar 15, 2017
Can You Receive Workers Comp for a Workplace Car Accident?
A recent workers compensation case involving a home health aide can show why workplace accidents involving driving can be tricky in Ohio....

John Larrimer
Mar 13, 2017
Fatal Workplace Accident in Ohio Shows Importance of Lockout-Tagout Policies
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is investigating a fatal workplace accident at an Akron-based recycling...

John Larrimer
Mar 8, 2017
Occupational Illnesses Part 2: Why Is Crystalline Silica a Workplace Hazard?
Crystalline silica exposure may cause workers to develop silicosis, an occupational disease. Workers can breathe in these tiny bits of...

John Larrimer
Mar 6, 2017
Occupational Diseases Part 1: Are Firefighters at Higher Risk for Cancer?
Occupational diseases are illnesses that can develop after exposure to certain workplace conditions or substances. Asbestos is a classic...

John Larrimer
Mar 1, 2017
Can Workplace Accidents Cause PTSD?
Work accidents may cause psychological trauma that leads to the development of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). For example,...

John Larrimer
Feb 27, 2017
Is Toxic Mold Making Your Workplace Sick?
Toxic mold is an overlooked workplace safety hazard capable of causing severe illness among workers. These fungi can develop after heavy...

John Larrimer
Feb 22, 2017
Are Forklifts a Major Workplace Safety Threat?
Tens of thousands of workers are harmed by forklift accidents every year. Statistics compiled by the Occupational Safety and Health...

John Larrimer
Feb 20, 2017
Why Is It Important to Have an Attorney When Filing for Disability Benefits?
It is important for workers to understand their rights and options for benefits after suffering injuries from workplace accidents. The...

John Larrimer
Feb 15, 2017
Workplace Safety Among the Stars: 4 Actors and Actresses Hurt at Work
Several famous actors and actresses have suffered workplace injuries while working on movie sets. You could even argue that television...

John Larrimer
Feb 13, 2017
Can This New Workplace Safety App Protect Your Hearing?
Hearing loss is the most common workplace injury in America. The Centers for Disease Control estimates 22 million workers are exposed to...

John Larrimer
Feb 8, 2017
Uber’s New Project Takes to the Skies with Flying Car Technology
Uber has expressed a desire to spur the development of flying cars. The ride-hailing company has hired a former NASA engineer to...

John Larrimer
Feb 7, 2017
Can These Health Conditions Put Truckers at Risk for Workplace Truck Accidents?
A study conducted by the University of Utah School of Medicine has alarming implications for commercial truckers. Having three common...

John Larrimer
Feb 6, 2017
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