It’s easy to assume that you can’t get workers’ compensation benefits if you already had the condition. After all, one of the main counters to workers’ comp claims is that the injury actually happened outside of work. If you had a pre-existing condition, does that...
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With dogs, do genetics matter more than experiences?
Some people who are concerned about dangerous dogs often point to genetics, stereotyping certain breeds as more dangerous than others. Pit bulls are perhaps the primary example of this. But do those genetics matter more than the way that the dog was raised and the...
Watch for open doors as you ride your bike
When riding your bike to work, to school or just for fun, you have a right to share the road with larger vehicles. This typically means riding on the far right side of the street, unless you’re making a left turn. In some cases, you have a bike lane on that side; in...
Motorcycle accident prevention is a two-way street
When you are already a cautious motorcyclist it can be challenging to think of new ways to be safe on the road. However, motor vehicle drivers play a role in keeping motorcycle riders safe too. California residents have the luxury of riding their motorcycle just about...
Hit by a truck? Don’t be scared to make a claim
When you were driving home from work, you noticed that another vehicle -- a commercial truck -- was behaving oddly. Instead of staying behind them, you decided to pass them and move ahead, so you could be safer. Unfortunately, that didn’t happen. As you attempted to...
What are the most dangerous occupations?
If you ask someone what the most dangerous occupations are in the United States, they’re probably going to mention construction. It typically does have a high number of fatalities. They may also point to known high-risk professions, like being a firefighter or a...
What long-term impacts can TBIs have?
As a person suffering from brain injury, you have a long road to recovery. You may find yourself dealing with short-term complications of these injuries. But what surprises more people are the long-term complications. How exactly can a brain injury impact you in the...
Appealing a denied worker’s compensation claim in 5 steps
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), nearly 3 million people suffer work injuries every year. Worker’s compensation insurance, the liability coverage that employers carry, covers 93% of those claims. So what are those 200,000 people denied coverage...
Recognizing signs of a threatened dog
Dogs do not think the same way that people do. They perceive things differently than us and react to different things in different ways. We may recognize that the mail carrier is not a threat, but your dog may think they are an intruder. Identifying the signs of a...
4 steps to take at the scene of a car accident
Instead of picking up pieces of your broken bumper or calling your insurance company in the middle of a busy highway, you should consider your safety first after a car accident. In fact, there are steps you can take at the scene to ensure you can tie all loose ends...