Tripping hazards in the workplace

Tripping hazards in the workplace

People sustain injuries at work in all sorts of ways. In some fields, such as construction trades, the likelihood of sustaining an injury while carrying out job responsibilities may be especially high. However, even workers who have office jobs or positions that are considered to be very safe may suffer an injury at work. For example, someone who works in an office building may break their arm after tripping over a cord. As with any work-related injury, the consequences can…

Several signs could indicate a drunk driver is on the road

Wanting to stay safe while on the road may be a strong goal of yours. You may want to protect yourself, your passengers and other travelers on the roadways by staying focused and remaining defensive behind the wheel. This may mean that you need to be on the lookout for other drivers who may not have your best interests — or even their own — in mind as they travel the roads. In particular, drunk drivers pose considerable threats to other…

Different ways an accident can affect your career

People often focus on some of the immediate consequences of a motor vehicle accident, which may include a debilitating injury or the loss of life. However, there are many other ways in which a crash can upend someone’s life. For example, someone’s career might be derailed due to the consequences of a motor vehicle collision, which can result in even more difficulties (such as financial problems and depression). If you were hurt in a wreck, or one of your loved…

What to expect when the unexpected occurs

If a negligent or reckless driver causes you injury, you may be in for a difficult recovery. In the immediate aftermath of a crash, however, few people know exactly what to do. No one plans to be in an accident. Accidents happen when you least expect it. Below are three actions you can take to keep yourself calm and preserve your rights after a crash. The three things to remember after a crash Many people in accidents go into shock. This…

Divorce following the loss of a loved one

People choose to end marriages for various reasons, from infidelity to hostility over lifestyle choices and habits. Sometimes, the loss of a loved one, such as a child, parent, or even sibling, can have such a strong impact on someone that it affects their life in other ways, such as creating challenges within their relationship, which ultimately leads to a divorce. If you and your spouse are splitting up after one of your family members passed away, or you are…