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States Announce Proposed Settlement with 3 Opioid Drug Distributors

27 Jul, 2021 Liz Carey

New York, NY (WorkersCompensation.com) – A group of 14 states announced Wednesday that they have proposed a $26 billion settlement with three drug distributors and one drug manufacturer to settle lawsuits against the companies in […]

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    Mental Injuries in the Workplace Explored at Idaho Industrial Commission Annual Seminar on Workers’ Compensation

    Boise, ID — On May 25, 2023, mental injuries in the workplace took center stage at the highly anticipated Idaho Industrial Commission Annual Seminar on Workers’ Compensation. Attendees gathered in Boise, Idaho, to gain insights […]
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    New Haven, CT (WorkersCompensation.com) – In the past couple of years, it has been common to see news about passengers taking out their frustrations on airline employees, but flight crews may also face dangers from […]

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    • Liz Carey

      Liz Carey has worked as a writer, reporter and editor for nearly 25 years. First, as an investigative reporter for Gannett and later as the Vice President of a local Chamber of Commerce, Carey has covered everything from local government to the statehouse to the aerospace industry. Her work as a reporter, as well as her work in the community, have led her to become an advocate for the working poor, as well as the small business owner.

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    Flight Crews Face New Dangers from Turbulence

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    9 More Inspections, $3.4 Million in New Penalties for Dollar General

    Washington, DC (WorkersCompensation.com) – The total amount of proposed fines facing Dollar General grew to $21 million Tuesday, May 23, after the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced more penalties […]
    Recording Abuse: NYC Traffic Enforcement Agents Want Body Cams

    New York, NY (WorkersCompensation.com) – Traffic enforcement agents in New York City say they want body cameras to wear so they can show their bosses and the public the daily abuse they endure. Sayed Rahim, […]

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    Bringing Gear Home Gives No Benefit to Employer, so Conn. Firefighter Loses Claim

    Waterbury, CT (WorkersCompensation.com) — If a worker tries to shorten his commute by bringing necessary items for his job home with him, is that for his benefit or his employer’s? According to the court in […]
    Mental Injuries in the Workplace Explored at Idaho Industrial Commission Annual Seminar on Workers’ Compensation

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    Flight Crews Face New Dangers from Turbulence

    New Haven, CT (WorkersCompensation.com) – In the past couple of years, it has been common to see news about passengers taking out their frustrations on airline employees, but flight crews may also face dangers from […]
    Recent Study Suggests Sleep Quality Could Prevent Long COVID 

    Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – Some studies have shown that the pandemic was associated with a significant increase in psychological symptoms, as well as insomnia. Around 40 percent of the general population had issues with sleep, […]
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