Eric Heselbarth, 73, died after being struck in head by piece of tire from vintage produce truck exploded.
Source: Beloved volunteer at Museum of Transportation killed when tire explodes | Metro | stltoday.com
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Tragic accident. Volunteers may not receive Workers’ Compensation according to Illinois law. For damages to be paid in a negligence action it must be proven that the Museum or the manufacturer of product was at fault in some way.
Alicia J. Turner, 27, of Florissant, was charged Friday with assault, armed criminal action and burglary.
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Interesting case. What would happen in Illinois? A defense would raised that this was a personal issue that happened at work. The injured worker would argue that the attacker gained entrance through the negligence of the employer. Not sure how the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission or ultimately Illinois courts would rule, but it would test the limits of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act.
A bicyclist was seriously injured in a collision with an SUV in Newport Beach on Monday night, police said.
Source: Bicyclist in serious condition after collision in Newport Beach – Daily Pilot
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Bicyclists have rights to the road also. A bicycle rider may file a claim for damages against a negligent driver. Defenses against the bicyclist may include not following the rules of the road and contributing to the injuries.
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Terminating someone for reporting a work injury or for reporting safety violations is against the law. Civil fines and damages may result.
Congress on Wednesday approved the first gun rights bill of the new Republican-controlled Washington, voting to erase an Obama administration regulation that would have forced Social Security to scour
Source: Senate votes to undo Obama administration Social Security gun rule – Washington Times
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The law tied reporting of Social Security Disability beneficiaries with mental illness to a gun ban list. Once you apply for Social Security Disability the government has access to a large number of your medical records to determine whether you are unable to work. Make sure that you have an experienced lawyer help you out.