Buying a home in Oregon comes with lots of considerations. While it is generally a good idea to have a standard home inspection done before closing, there are other types of inspections that may be worth considering. These additional inspections can provide the new...
Starting a business in Oregon is an exciting time, but entrepreneurs may struggle to choose what type of legal entity to start. There is often confusion between starting an S Corporation and a limited liability company. These differences can have an impact in how the...
Being injured on the job is something that workers hope they never experience. No matter what industry you are in, you are at risk of being injured. This can come from an accident, but it is also possible that you will suffer one due to repetitive motion. There are...
Hospitals need nurses to work around the clock. This isn't a job that is limited only to Monday through Friday during the day. Unfortunately, many of the overnight shifts that hospitals need covered are handled by newer nurses. Even though patients will likely get...
Home health care aides provide a valuable service for people who have health challenges but don't want to have to move into an assisted living facility. These individuals might rely on home health care aides to take care of tasks like helping with personal hygiene,...
Patients in hospitals, rehabilitation centers and nursing homes count on nurses and patient care technicians to meet their needs. Sometimes, these medical professionals have to lift patients, help them move around and handle heavy items. All of these duties and others...
Back injuries are very serious matters, regardless of the cause. When you think about how much you use your back on a daily basis, it is easy to see how debilitating one of these injuries can be. The course of action you take depends on the type of injury you...
You tripped and fell at work, but you didn't think much of it at the time. Yes, you hit your head, and you felt a little dizzy, but you thought it would pass. Hours later, you go home and find your family pointing out that you aren't acting like yourself. They tell...
Nurses, orderlies and emergency medical technicians face the risk of injury each time they have to help a patient. One of the activities that can lead to an injury is having to lift the patient or support his or her weight.Improper technique while you are handling...
There are a lot of questions that come to mind when you are injured at work. Because Georgia has a workers' compensation insurance program, almost all workers in the state are covered by this program. Many misconceptions surround workers' compensation claims. Here are...
