An injury at work can lead to difficult and sometimes life-altering complications for workers. Will they ever return to work, how will they pay for extended care and rehabilitation, and who will pay the bills while they recover? Click here to read the October 2022 newsletter.
The hot, hazy, and lazy days of August are here. For many, there’s no better way to spend a summer day than on the water or cruising the great outdoors. Joyful times can quickly turn deadly, however, if you’re not vigilant about safety – at all times. Whether you’re...
Summer is synonymous with throwing the windows down and hitting the road. Despite increased costs at the pump, many Americans plan to travel. Unfortunately, summer is one of the most dangerous times to be driving, especially when long-distance travel might increase a person’s encounter with long-haul truckers. This month,...
Thousands of employers across the nation add a loophole to employment contracts called “forced,” “binding,” or “mandatory arbitration.” This fine print prevents employees from suing companies in court for discrimination, sexual harassment, and even assault, then prohibits victims from speaking publicly about their ordeals. Click here to read the...
Lax safety measures, debilitating injuries, even worker fatalities – this month, you should know about the “Dirty Dozen,” a group of companies with a track record for jeopardizing the safety of their employees. Plus, tips on what you can do if you believe your workplace is dangerous. Click here to read...
When you buy insurance, you’re purchasing security. In exchange for your hard-earned dollars, you trust the insurance company to be there when disaster strikes and help shoulder a potentially devastating financial burden. But too many insurance companies care more about profits than policyholders. They employ shady tactics to keep...
Last November, a crowd crush at the Astroworld Music Festival killed ten people and injured over 300 others. Concertgoers pointed to lax security and an apathetic festival staff as the cause of this devastating event. While this was a prominent and documented example, negligent security can cause terrible consequences...
State medical boards are responsible for disciplining physicians when they are found incompetent, mentally or sexually abusive, or have committed a crime. However, a significant body of research indicates that these regulators often look the other way. This month, we spotlight cases of doctors allowed to injure patients, sometimes...
Americans who live in colder climates know that winter’s snowy, icy weather can create dangerous road conditions. But adverse weather can snarl traffic and cause serious accidents regardless of where in this great country you call home. Read on to learn how to protect yourself while driving at night,...
The personal injury attorneys at Petro Cohen, P.C. are sharing the 2021 Safe Toy Buying Guide in this month’s newsletter. Click here to read the December 2021 newsletter.
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