- Karl Truman | January 27, 2010 8:00 AM | Louisville, KY
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Workplace Injuries
A teacher who was injured while serving as a chaperone for a school ski trip is entitled to workers compensation benefits, Massachusetts' highest court has ruled in affirming an award.
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- Daryl T. Dixon | May 06, 2008 2:35 PM | Bowling Green, KY
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Mass Transit (Airline, Cruise Ship, Train, Bus)
The following article is written by my Attorney friend, Rick Shapiro. He is discussing Radioactive exposures to Railroad Workers and their rights. He goes into great detail and discusses workers in...
- Lee Coleman | April 04, 2007 6:14 AM | Bowling Green, KY
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Workplace Injuries
That was the findings federal inspectors found days after two train crashes in Kentucky. The violations were in the 23 states that the company serves. A state breakdown of violations is not available right now but the list was long. Defective rails, track repairs not made that were known to have problems, cars with loose closures and improper documentation papers. Inspectors have recommended...
- Lee Coleman | February 05, 2007 1:48 PM | Bowling Green, KY
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Workplace Injuries
Kentuckians with disabilities are growing in numbers according to an article in the Courier-Journal. Only West Virginia ranks higher in it's percentage of people with disabilities. According to the U.S. Census nearly one in four Kentuckians has a mental, physical, sensory or self-care disability. Almost 23 percent of adult residents are limited in activities because of disabilities."Some get...
- Lee Coleman | September 23, 2006 7:46 AM | Bowling Green, KY
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Workplace Injuries
Social Security Disability (SSD) is an insurance system designed to help with financial hardships if you are unable to work due to injury or disease. You may be eligible for SSD regardless of your age. There are certain criteria you must meet, the amount of time you have worked and the nature of your disability are the two the Social Security Administration have set. Once you acquire a condition...
- Staff Writer | May 05, 2006 3:10 PM | Bowling Green, KY
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Workplace Injuries
The National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives has a great list of Social Security Disability faqs, including How do I apply for Social Security disability benefits?; Who decides if I am disabled?; and Do I really have to hire a lawyer to represent me in my Social Security disability claim?