You injure your back trying to lift something heavy at work. At first, it doesn’t seem all that bad, and you assume the pain will go away after a day or two. You use ice packs and heating packs, and you avoid lifting again. But the pain does not go away. You feel all...
When your boss pressures you to do something, you likely feel like you essentially have no choice in the matter. If you say no, are you just going to get fired? Even if you keep your job, will you ruin your relationship with your boss, thus preventing you from getting...
Many people worry about filing a workers' compensation claim because they fear employer retaliation. Although federal law protects injured workers and those making benefit claims from termination or punishment, some companies still fire or penalize those who get hurt...
In the car, a distraction can be deadly. Even if you just look away from the road for a few seconds, it can be enough to cause a horrific crash. It’s important to avoid these distractions at all times. But how do you do it? You want to be a safe driver, so what can...
Recent incidents have shown that sometimes, it is just too hot to work. If you grew up in Central or South America, that would be obvious to you. Many jobs there start early to take advantage of the cool mornings, then take a siesta during the hottest part of the day....
