Semi-trucks play an important role in the modern economy. They provide affordable overland transportation for goods and raw materials. The trucking industry helps keep domestic transportation costs reasonable and consumer prices low. Unfortunately, there is a...
Spring break is a time for relaxation, fun and travel for many people. Unfortunately, it can also be a period marked by an increased number of car accidents. How can you help ensure a safer and more enjoyable spring break? What issues lead to car accidents during...
Injuries within the workplace are not uncommon. In an attempt to help better ensure injured workers receive prompt compensation, lawmakers put together the workers’ compensation system. There are many protocols to follow to help better ensure the system works. One...
Winter in Kentucky brings hazards like icy walkways that increase the risk of slip-and-fall accidents. These incidents are not only common but can also lead to severe injuries. Understanding the facts about these winter accidents can help you protect yourself. How can...
As the winter holidays approach, many of us will be hitting the roads to visit loved ones or commute to work. But with winter comes a unique set of driving challenges that can increase the risk of accidents. While winter weather can make driving more treacherous,...
Winter weather is usually quite manageable here in Kentucky, but when you're working outside or on the go all day, winter weather can present some serious risks to your safety. Knowing about these threats can help keep you safe on the job all season long....
In the busy world of work, where tasks are often done over and over, it is important to watch out for injuries that can happen from doing the same motions all the time. These injuries can happen to anyone, such as office workers or people who do physical labor. By knowing about these issues, people can seek workers’ compensation after…
There are many different kinds of work available for ambitious individuals in Kentucky. For example, the holiday season often results in many seasonal employment opportunities in the retail sector. People can also sometimes take on a part-time job to earn a little extra money before the holidays. Working part-time or only for one season at a certain company is sometimes…
People in different professions encounter a variety of different workplace hazards on the job. Some of those hazards are of more serious concern than others. For example, only a tiny percentage of employees work with animals or regularly encounter them on the job. Although animal attacks can lead to debilitating or disfiguring injuries and psychological trauma, they are far from…
Most people know that crashes are a major safety risk, but they likely believe that one will never happen to them. Not only do people tend to overestimate their own driving skills, they may also underestimate how their personal habits affect their safety on the road. Personal behavior can have a direct influence on someone’s chances of getting hurt in…