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Crazy to have machine without a guard. This resulted in workers’ compensation claim, osha claim and potential case against the machine manufacturer. Losing four fingers most likely turns this case into a high value settlement because of inability to work a job in the future or a large wage loss case.
One worker was killed and two others were seriously injured in an explosion and fire at an oil well in western North Dakota, authorities said.
Source: 1 killed, 3 hurt in oil well explosion in North Dakota | Belleville News-Democrat
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Thoughts and prayers with the injured and families and friends.
This type of cases usually result in 2 cases. A workers’ compensation case and negligence case against another party who may have caused the explosion.
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Source: Sheriff: Body of toddler found after Florida alligator attack
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Horrific attack.
Prayers to family and friends.
Any wrongful death actions must be based on failure of property owner to take proper precautions to protect park patrons.
Los Angeles lawmakers agreed Tuesday to pay nearly $950,000 in settlement payments and attorney fees in two cases involving homeless people and their advocates, adding to the mounting sum that the city has shelled out in such legal battles.
Source: L.A. agrees to pay nearly $950,000 in two cases involving the homeless – LA Times
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Shows that even homeless people have rights to their property. The law is there to protect people, including those who may have no power.
Source: Firefighter injured while battling brush fire in West Peoria – Page 2
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In Illinois volunteer firefighters may make a claim for Workers’ Compensation benefits.