Oklahoma motorcyclist killed on highway in Edmond
A 31-year-old Oklahoma motorcyclist was killed when police say he was struck by a 2013 Mercedes Benz traveling more than 100 miles per hour. The driver, an Oklahoma City cardiologist, was charged with second-degree murder in connection with the crash, which occurred on Interstate 35 in Edmond. He was granted $150,000 bond and released from […]
New survey finds one in three teens text while driving
We’ve all seen it, we pull up to a stoplight and the motorist in the next car is on their phone, eyes down, distracted. It’s widely known to be dangerous and yet, it still occurs. In the United States, distracted driving is a leading cause of traffic fatalities and injuries each year. Distractions while driving […]
Oklahoma poultry workers take great risks on the job
As you and your family sit down to enjoy that turkey this holiday season, say a little thanks to the poultry workers who helped to put that bird on your table. Poultry workers, including those who process turkeys in Oklahoma and elsewhere, are 60 percent more likely than the average American worker to suffer work-related […]
How the roads can influence distracted driving
Distracted driving is an entirely preventable action. It is up to the driver to keep their eyes on the road ahead of them to ensure their own safety and that of any passengers with them. However, the surrounding circumstances can play a large role in taking the driver’s attention off of the street. Perhaps they […]
Man denied workers’ compensation for post-traumatic stress
In news out of Oklahoma, there is an interesting story about a former cameraman who has been denied workers’ compensation despite claiming that he has post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The videographer worked for a television station and spent his time covering tragic events throughout the state and elsewhere. The man, who formerly worked at KOKH […]
The unseen dangers of commuting
Driving to and back from work are rarely seen as highlights of the day. Going to work means leaving the comfort of your bed to engage in an 8-hour work day, and leaving for home can make you impatient since rush hours are minimizing any fun workless hours you have in the day left. These […]
Employers must allow you to file a workers’ compensation claim
Workers’ compensation is an important safety net for those who get hurt on the job. It’s there to provide a source of income and financial support when you’re unable to work due to an on-the-job injury. To qualify for workers’ compensation, employees need to let their employers know that they’ve been hurt. Once they do […]
Can an employer stop you from filing a claim after an injury?
Workers’ compensation is an important protection for those who get hurt on the job. It means they can focus on recovery without worrying about the expense of seeking medical help. It also helps with new training if it’s needed and even covers some lost wages. With workers’ compensation, most people believe it’s an entitlement regardless […]
Facebook sued after former content moderator suffers PTSD
A former contract content moderator is suing Facebook and her employment agency in a class action lawsuit for insufficiently protecting her and other moderators from the mental trauma the job allegedly induces. Class action suit against Facebook The California woman claims Facebook content moderators regularly review distressing images and broadcasts for the platform that include: child sexual […]
Get the help you need after an injury on the job
If you are hired to work for an employer in Oklahoma, then you should be covered by workers’ compensation in the case of an injury. There is no waiting period to be covered by workers’ compensation, so even if you are hurt on the first day of the job, you still have the opportunity to […]