Like any other industry, working on a vessel comes with certain risks. Even when you take certain safety precautions, you could suffer a work-related injury. You could end up spending days, weeks or longer recovering, depending on the severity and nature of those...
Uncategorized
Am I receiving a fair and legal wage?
If you have a choice between a job that pays well and a similar job that pays poorly, you will likely choose the job that pays well. Jobs are to help you earn the money you need to support your family, pay your bills and plan for your future. If your employer pays you...
Taking steps to prevent electric shock drownings
Perhaps one of the most terrifying accidents to witness is an electrocution. You may feel helpless and unsure of how to assist the victim without suffering injuries yourself. When an electrocution takes place in the water, the situation is critical. When an electrical...
The impact of a spinal cord injury in your life
A serious accident can leave you with serious injuries, some that have the ability to change your life. If you suffered a spinal cord injury, you are dealing with an injury that can impact everything from being able to return to work to your ability to take care of...
Understanding the concept of collective bargaining
Being part of a union provides you with numerous benefits. As an organized group, you can help better your position no matter your industry. The leadership of the union works to make sure that you receive fair pay and benefits for the work you do.If you encounter...
Brain trauma following a motor vehicle crash
While you may be fortunate to emerge from a motor vehicle accident with minor injuries, there is always the chance you or your loved one will be left with a very different life after a serious crash. Broken bones, internal injuries and spinal cord injuries are all...
Injured railroad workers and appropriate compensation
When a person suffers injuries in an accident at work, it can lead to expensive medical bills and other financial losses. Recovery can be expensive, and for some Tennessee workers, it can be a burden for the entire family. For many types of workers, there are options...
In the “Uber Union Busting” Department, Labor Board Stymied in Investigation, Goes to Court to Enforce Subpoena On Uber Hiring
Uber Accused Of Impeding NLRB Probe Into Labor PracticesIn the "Uber Union Busting" Department, Labor Board Stymied in Investigation, Goes to Court to Enforce Subpoena On Uber HiringBY COLE STANGLER @COLESTANGLER ON 03/04/16 AT 4:57...
Work Visas Spark Union Protests: Why Build Roofs or Igloo Coolers With Foreign Workers?
Work Visas Spark Union Protests: Why Build Roofs or Igloo Coolers With Foreign Workers? Unions challenge work visasEmployers say they need more foreign labor to fill U.S. gapBy L.M. SixelNovember 6, 2015 Updated: November 6, 2015...
Accident statistics in Tennessee
According to data released by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, the total number of traffic fatalities that occurred in the state has decreased in 2014 when compared to the previous year. The figures, which came from the department's Research...