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September 28, 2023
Do More Car Accidents Happen During Rush Hour? We Checked 3 Big Freeways in LA County
Depending on where you are, rush hour can be a dangerous time for drivers. Rush hour is defined as “a time during the day early in the morning or late in the afternoon when many people are traveling on roads to get to work or to get home from work”. This is despite the fact that traffic in Los Angeles sometimes feels like it’s on a never ending loop! It’s safe to say car accidents happen on a seemingly hourly basis. Car ac...
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September 27, 2023
4 Common Causes of Car Accidents in Beverly Hills – Studies Reveal the Surprising Amount of Crashes
While car accidents in Beverly Hills may not be as notable as designer shopping, they no doubt happen on a regular basis. Car accidents in Beverly Hills are probably not the first thing you think of when speaking of the west side city. Beverly Hills is known across pop culture as an upscale, lavish area with pricey homes and expensive cars. TV shows like the ‘90’s hit Beverly Hills 90210 and many songs paint the area as the place to ...
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September 26, 2023
Which 1-10 Pain Levels Should I Tell my Doctor for my Work Injury?
Pain levels can vary day by day, but knowing how to communicate this with your doctor, attorneys, or workers’ comp claim adjuster is important. If you’ve been to a hospital, odds are you’ve seen a visual chart to rank pain levels. The scale often starts with a smiley face for one, meaning there is little or no pain, to a frown for ten, meaning the pain is unbearable. This can help doctors get an idea of how you are physically fee...
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September 25, 2023
Car Accidents on the 101 Freeway – Statistics that May Surprise You
The 101 freeway is often used by valley residents. The 101 freeway runs north to south in California. More specifically in Los Angeles, it helps drivers get across the San Fernando Valley and to areas like Hollywood and Downtown LA. The 101 freeway is also known for its fare share of car accidents. Whether it’s someone not signaling as they merge onto the 134, or a car speeding to take the 405 near Sepulveda Boulevard, the 101 freew...
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September 18, 2023
4 Frequent Foot and Ankle Injuries and the Danger they Present
Foot and ankle injuries might vary from a minor sprain to broken bones. Foot and ankle injuries can leave victims incapacitated for an extended period of time. Both of your feet are made up of: 26 bones 30 joints Over 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments The human foot is literally used to stand on, helping with balance and support. Your ankle is a joint that connects your foot to your leg. The human ankle is made up of: ...
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September 14, 2023
5 Unique Reasons Why Your Workers’ Compensation Claim May Have Been Denied
If your workers’ compensation claim was recently denied, there are a number of reasons it could have been turned down. Making a workers’ compensation claim can sometimes be a daunting task, but it’s within your rights as an employee if you are injured on the job. Workers’ compensation is designed to protect employees, helping them receive benefits following a work-related injury. Employees can receive assistance in the form of: ...
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September 13, 2023
What if I Get Injured on a Studio Tour in Los Angeles? 6 Dangerous Injuries
Of the many attractions in Los Angeles, a studio tour is amongst the most popular. Afterall, the city is rich with cinematic history. From the Warner Brothers Studio Tour in Burbank to the Sony Pictures Studio Tour in Culver City, millions visit LA each year for the different sights and sounds of the film industry. Guests can get a behind the scenes look at various film sets or see props from classic movies. While a studio tour is ge...
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September 12, 2023
10 Potential Injuries College Students Might Suffer on Campus
Studies show that in 2020, there were 19.5 million college students in the US. In state, California Community Colleges reported a total of 1.8 million students. Locally, major LA schools like the University of Southern California and University of California Los Angeles have student populations over 40,000. Students are constantly running from building to building on campus to make it to their next class. While most go unscathed, there ...
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September 7, 2023
5 Things You Should NOT do Following a Car Accident
Knowing things you should not do following a car accident might help other long term complications following a crash. Taking photos and gathering information are beneficial, but there are multiple things you should not do following a car accident. In 2022, there were over 55,000 police reports filed regarding car accidents. Car accidents can result in serious injuries, such as: Neck injuries Visual impairment Head injuries ...
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September 6, 2023
Fatal Workplace Injuries Amongst Hispanic or Latino Workers – How a 25 Percent Increase Should Impact the Way You Work
According to a study by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, Hispanic or Latino workers accounted for almost a quarter of all fatal workplace injuries. In fact, there has been a 25 percent increase in fatal workplace injuries amongst Hispanic or Latino workers since 2017. Hispanic or Latino workers saw the highest uptick of any race or ethnicity. Another recent study shows that California had the second-highest number of Hispa...
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