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Risks of Violence for Mental Healthcare Workers

May 4, 2026

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Mental healthcare is a hot topic in today’s society, especially in the wake of the numerous acts of workplace violence that have occurred over the past decade. Identifying and treating mental illness can hopefully stop the devastating mass shootings and violence that has plagued our country. While the focus is on establishing mental healthcare facilities and treatment programs, little focus has been placed on the risks that mental healthcare workers are facing in their jobs on a daily basis.  » Read More

How Can I Keep My Boat Safe During the Summer?

April 13, 2026

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Each year, boaters prepare their vessels for seasonal activities. This relies on the specific type, design, and age of the boat. Yet, there are fundamental tasks that apply and paying careful attention will protect the value and aesthetic of the boat and ensure that it is functioning safely. Salty air and extreme temperature changes over time can lead to the dry rot of hoses and other rubber parts.  » Read More

What Injuries are Covered by Workers’ Compensation?

April 6, 2026

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Determining if an injury that occurred in a work environment is covered under workers’ compensation can be complicated. With so many different types of situations, workplace accidents and employee injuries, eligibility is not always clear-cut. Understanding some of the basics about how workers’ compensation works can be helpful.

Workers’ Compensation Basics

Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that nearly all companies must have for their employees.  » Read More

What is the Small Passenger Vessel Safety Act?

March 9, 2026

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Congress recently introduced a bill to update maritime regulations to address the danger of fires on covered small passenger vessels. One of the bill’s sponsors noted that older boats were grandfathered in and exempt from newer vessel safety rules. He describes the bill as seeking to modernize maritime safety in a way that is both practical and imperative.  » Read More

What to Do if Your Workers’ Compensation Claim is Denied

March 2, 2026

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Experiencing a debilitating injury at the workplace can be cause enough for severe stress. But when your workers’ compensation claim is denied, it can feel completely overwhelming. There are several reasons as to why your claim for benefits may have been denied. Fortunately, there you do have some recourse.

Common Reasons for a Denial of Workers’ Compensation Benefits

Though there exist numerous reasons,  » Read More

Maritime Equipment Injuries

February 9, 2026

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Maritime workers routinely perform difficult tasks with heavy and cumbersome equipment, including cranes that carry shipping containers, forklifts that transport materials and products, and winches that control industrial strength ropes and heavy cables. Using powerful machinery comes with a grave risk of injury. Infrequent as they might be, past maritime accidents have been severe.  » Read More