The dangers of night shifts for medical workers
Shift work is a way of life for many in the medical field. Emergencies happen around the clock. Doctors, nurses, pharmacists and other medical professionals rarely have the luxury of working 9 to 5. For many, shift work has benefits: more flexible hours, the ability to work part-time and longer...
Don’t let drunk drivers ruin your holiday season
The holiday season is upon us. Along with the festivities, family traditions, shared meals and holiday cheer comes another, more ominous development: a stark rise in deadly traffic accidents. It’s one of the busiest times of year for traffic. An estimated 50 million Americans are hitting the roads during Thanksgiving...
Is it too wet to drive?
Precipitation offers challenges to safe driving, particularly among less experienced drivers. While the rainiest months are behind us, falling temperatures can leave roads wet longer and eventually cause familiar problems with ice and snow. Knowing how to drive in these conditions can help prevent car accidents and make the roads...
No workers’ comp for Uber drivers: A look at an alternative
Life as an Uber driver has pros and cons. On the one hand, drivers have the flexibility to choose when they’re on the clock and how much they want to work. For some, it’s a side gig providing extra cash for a rainy day fund. For others, it’s a sole...
Contagious health care professionals
Whether it is the start of the school year or dropping temperatures, this time of year sees an uptick in contagious illnesses like the flu. Depending on the workplace, employees may be encouraged to stay home or expected to show up no matter what. Few workplaces understand the drawbacks of...