When you're driving, it's important for you to pay attention to what you're doing. That's why you focus 100% on the road.You didn't expect a teen to come flying back out of a driveway or to pull into the lane without looking. You didn't have the opportunity to speed...
Month: May 2020
If you have an amputation, you could qualify for disability
You were at work when the worst possible scenario happened. You were working on repairing a sharp piece of machinery, and the person on the other end turned it on. You thought you had turned off the power, but you must have hit the wrong fuse.Today, you have an...
Distracted driving — it’s about more than your phone
Focusing on just one thing at a time might feel impossible in today's world, but there is one task that always deserves your undivided attention -- driving. Accidents can happen in the blink of an eye, which means that drivers should always be aware of what is going...
What are the options for chronic carpal tunnel issues?
Carpal tunnel is a narrowing of the passage on the palm side of the hand. This narrow passage is surrounded by ligaments and bones, so when the nerve inside is compressed, it can cause tingling, weakness and numbness in the hands and arm.Many people recognize that...
Stepped on a rusty object? It’s not the rust that’s the problem
You've always heard that you should go to the hospital if you step on a rusty nail. At work, you wear heavy-duty boots so that you don't have to worry about it. When you're just out and about, you wear the same kinds of footwear as anyone else; you just want to be...
What benefits can you receive with workers’ compensation?
If you are injured while you're at work, your employer's workers' compensation coverage should kick in and give you the opportunity to receive benefits. Once your employer's workers' compensation insurance company is notified of your injury or illness, the company...