A Lowell, Massachusetts business owner was recently indicted on charges in connection with a workers’ compensation fraud scheme. A recent blog post discussed the various types of workers’ compensation fraud as well as how the various types of fraudulent schemes impact workers and other employers. Kruy Kroch, owner of MK Environmental, Inc., is accused of… Read More
Ironworkers in Philadelphia Highlight Reality of Workplace Violence
Last month, ten ironworkers from Philadelphia’s Ironworkers Local 401 were indicted in federal court for engaging in acts of workplace violence in an attempt to protect union jobs. The ten ironworkers union members were charged with various conspiracy charges for what was described as a “campaign of sabotage and extortion” targeting contractors who chose to… Read More
Speeding Endangers Lives
A Cincinnati, Ohio-area teenager was killed recently when the sports utility vehicle (SUV) in which he was riding hit a wall along an interstate. Witnesses indicated that the SUV flipped multiple times before coming to a complete stop. The 16-year-old was thrown from the vehicle and later died at an area hospital. Police investigating the… Read More
Loss of Chance in the Medical Malpractice Case
Consider this scenario: a patient enters a hospital with a serious medical condition that will, if untreated, result in the patient’s death. Upon admission and initial examination by the hospital doctors, the patient is given a 30% chance to survive the condition. A procedure is offered to the patient that could, potentially, increase the patient’s… Read More
OSHA’s Top Ten List
A February 24, 2014 article by Cintas Corporation examined the top ten violations most cited by OSHA inspectors. OSHA stands for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and this agency was formed in 1971. OSHA’s mission is to “assure safe and healthful working conditions for men and women.” In order to accomplish this, OSHA creates… Read More
Man Arrested on Fifth DUI Charge
A man from Dudley was arrested on his fifth DUI charge, according to the Worcester Telegram & Gazette. The man, Ricky Bednarz, was previously found guilty of driving under the influence twice in 1988, once in 1991, and 1995. In addition, he was also placed on probation for driving under the influence. Police arrived at… Read More
Consider the costs of owning a dog
According to Reuters, the American Kennel Club announced on January 31 that the Labrador retriever was the most popular dog breed in the United States for the twenty-third consecutive year. Many Americans find themselves sharing a home with one or more dogs. For example, A recent survey by the Humane Society of the United States estimated… Read More
Six Things You May Not Know About Medical Malpractice Cases
We depend on medical professionals to help us live a long, healthy life. When medical professionals such as doctors, nurses, or other licensed health care providers do not follow generally accepted medical practices and standards in diagnosing or treating a patient, that patient may be able to recover damages against that health care provider in… Read More
Improving Massachusetts Boating and Insurance Laws
Currently in Massachusetts, as well as many other states, adults do not require a license to operate a recreational boat. There are, however, registration requirements and educational requirements for minors. Based on these rules, any adult is free to buy a boat, transport it to a local lake, put it in the water, and start… Read More
Let’s Ban Cell Phone Use for All Motorists in Massachusetts
Presently in Massachusetts, individuals who are 18 years of age or older are permitted to operate a motor vehicle while using a cell phone, although texting and driving is banned for all age groups. There has been much public attention however as to whether the current ban against cell phone use for persons under 18… Read More