Protecting The Rights Of Injury Victims Since 1987
A significant number of young people take jobs at Disney World in Orlando every year. While it's a magical wonderland for guests of all ages, workers are often less-than-enchanted with their working conditions. In fact, one of Walt Disney 's heirs, Abigail Disney,...
People sometimes suffer from back injuries at work. These can come from an accident, but there is a chance that they might occur as the result of normal job duties. It is imperative that all employees have a basic knowledge of back safety for their tasks. It doesn't...
If an employee is injured on the job, there are few guarantees about the future. One of the few assurances that employees can rely upon is workers' compensation. This vital part of labor law ensures that employees will get the care they need if they have suffered a...
The warmth of summer is one of its major delights -- but it's also a serious problem for many people who are obligated to work outdoors. The heat of summer can lead to assorted health problems -- most of which start with dehydration. What you need to know about...
Your employer likely has workers' compensation insurance to cover you in the event of a job-related injury or illness. It is supposed to help you to cover part of your lost wages while you work on getting better. But how do you know if your illness or injury is...
Scaffolding is used on construction sites for a variety of reasons. For example, it's commonly used by bricklayers who require a stable platform for performing their work. While there are many benefits of using scaffolding, a simple mistake can result in a serious...
Many families who visit Orlando amusement parks do so to escape the realities of everyday life. Most of them expect to have an enjoyable experience while they're here. In recent years, many stories have made the news about visitors getting injured at Florida theme...
According to 2017 statistics from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), falls were the leading cause of death on constructions sites. Falls accounted for 39.2% of all construction-related deaths. On May 3, a subcontractor working in the Broward...
For several years now, it's been well-known that firefighters suffer from cancer at a much higher rate than the general population. In fact, the 2016 release of a comprehensive study of over 30,000 firefighters who served in several large cities between 1950 and 2010...
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced on April 22 that they'd be fining Disney for $13,260. In their statement, they noted that a supervisor at one of their Florida theme parks and another at one of their resorts failed to report worker...