This is an amazing look at the Workers’ Comp system in Texas and it’s penchant for repeat delays and denials. The article, from the ABA, details decades of changes in the state system that made it almost impossible for claimants to receive representation. It’s a long story but well worth the read. As Deputy Sheriff … Read more
Managing risk of the at-home employee. Does the increase in home-based workers require new methods of risk management? http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20110915/FREE/110919982/0/FRONTPAGE
Perry and Romney battle over Social Security. Read Romney’s Op-Ed piece in Fox News and weigh in with your thoughts on what direction you think America should take to ensure future benefits. If I am fortunate enough to be my party’s nominee, I will advocate for solutions that keep Social Security strong for seniors now … Read more
This should be an interesting case to follow. An 18-year-old Vancouver woman has filed a lawsuit against the state’s Department of Social and Health Services, alleging she was emotionally and sexually abused while in foster care as a young child. The suit, filed Tuesday in Clark County Superior Court, claims that DSHS was negligent “in … Read more
As many employers try to reduce costs, disability benefits are at the top of the list for cuts and reductions. Is your employer reducing your coverage? Employers are shifting disability insurance costs to workers and trimming or eliminating benefits. https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/employers-shift-disability-insurance-costs-to-workers-and-trim-benefits/2011/09/14/gIQAHptqfK_story.html?noredirect=on&utm_term=.397ae3367125
New study shows rise in child abuse could be linked to economic crash. A new study looks at child abuse cases before, during and after the economy’s 2007 crash, and found that abusive head injuries increased dramatically after the financial meltdown. https://eassurvey.wordpress.com/2011/09/21/child-abuse-increased-as-economy-crashed-study-shows/
Washington Couple to get $1.2 million for 2008 accident at Takilma tree house resort. A Washington couple has settled a lawsuit against Josephine County for $1.2 million after they were injured in a fall from a suspension bridge at a bed and breakfast made up of tree houses. The Grants Pass Daily Courier reports the … Read more
Let’s hope that more schools, especially at the grade school level, institute programs such as this anti-bullying campaign from the University of Buffalo. In January 2006, former postal employee Jennifer San Marco walked into the Goleta Mail Processing Plant in California, pulled out a pistol and, shot six postal employees before ending her own life. … Read more
Is human compassion out of fashion with American voters? You decide. Back in 1980, just as America was making its political turn to the right, Milton Friedman lent his voice to the change with the famous TV series “Free to Choose.” In episode after episode, the genial economist identified laissez-faire economics with personal choice and empowerment, an … Read more
Interesting article about the current social security system. What do you think? Is it a ponzi scheme? The income that Social Security has received in excess of its expenses has been placed into separate trust funds for the payment of pensions and disability benefits. In addition to the income that Social Security receives from the payroll … Read more