Just because someone has a disability does not mean that they are incapable of performing skilled jobs. In fact, many workers with physical disabilities work hard to educate themselves as a means of offsetting the difficulties caused by a disability. Unfortunately, some employers can’t see past the physical trappings of a disability to the potential…
Read MoreThe human spine is critical for your brain’s ability to communicate with the rest of your body. Your spinal cord transmits electrical impulses from your brain to your nerves and muscles, allowing you to move and maintain motor control over your body. When the spinal cord gets damaged, it can have a long-term impact on…
Read MoreEmployers in California are responsible for the health and safety of their employees. They must inform workers of the hazards posed by their jobs, and teach them how to protect themselves from suffering workplace injuries. Safety authorities note that exposure to methylene chloride kills workers each year. It is a dangerous chemical substance used for…
Read MoreWorries about workplace safety often focus too heavily on the potential for a traumatic injury. After all, dramatic workplace accidents are much more likely to receive media attention and result in an investigation by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) than silent and less dramatic medical events that only impact one employee. After all,…
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