The Triangle Shirtwaist fire, which claimed the lives of 146 mostly female immigrant garment workers in 1911, is credited with galvanizing support for labor unions, as well as spurring reforms in workplace safety and city building codes. As we prepare to mark the 100th anniversary of the tragic fire, Metropolis spoke to Cornell University’s Lee …

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Each year, 2 million Americans suffer from whiplash associated disorders (WAD) secondary to motor vehicle accidents. Studies using high-speed cameras and sophisticated crash dummies have determined that rear impact car accidents cause the lower cervical vertebrae (lower bones in the neck) to be forced into a position of hyperextension (movement of the vertebrae backward) while …

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Dancing on Ice 2011 contestant Jeff Brazier has reportedly been left in “total agony” after suffering a neck injury during rehearsals for this Sunday’s show. According to The Sun the TV presenter hurt himself when he tried to lift skating partner Isabelle Gauthier, while they were practising their routine. The 31-year-old is sought treatment from …

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If you are involved in a car accident, the first rule of thumb is to keep everyone safe. Make sure that no one in your car is injured. If no one is seriously injured, exit the vehicle after checking to make sure that no cars are coming. If possible, drive your car to the side …

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The whole idea behind Workers’ Compensation was not to help injured workers. It was to protect companies from being sued by workers who had been injured! This explains why the system works so badly. Workers can help themselves by knowing about their rights and what to do if they are injured. Many workers lose benefits …

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View more videos at: http://www.nbcnewyork.com. Share Buzz up! 0diggsdigg Suspicious no-fault automobile insurance claims are the most common type of health care-related fraud in New York state, according to a new report released by the New York State Insurance Department. Here’s how the scheme works: The perpetrators go out seeking to purposely cause accidents, or …

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NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As employers seek to manage escalating workers’ compensation claims costs, Marsh will hold a one-hour webcast on March 9 at 11 a.m. Eastern Time to explore the benefits of an integrated cost containment approach. “Developing an Integrated Approach to Workers’ Compensation Challenges” Marsh’s webcast, “Developing an Integrated Approach to Workers’ Compensation Challenges,” will …

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Jane Pierce spent nine years struggling alongside her husband, Todd, as he fought cancer in his sinus cavity. The treatments were working. Then, in July 2009, Todd died in a fiery car crash. He was 46. That was the beginning of a whole new battle for Jane Pierce, this time with Todd’s life insurance company, …

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A New York senator introduced a bill to “enact comprehensive reforms to reduce fraud, abuse and the associated costs in the New York no-fault system.” James Seward, New York senator James Seward Sen. James Seward of the 51st District and chairman of the New York State Senate Insurance Committee proposed in S2186 changing the 30-day …

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When searching for cheap car insurance, it pays to know the facts. Don’t rely on your neighbor or co-worker for insurance information. Here are the truths every driver should know. 1. “No-fault insurance means it’s not my fault!” No-fault car insurance varies by state, but usually requires your car insurance company to pay medical expenses …

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