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A total of 5,333 workers died as a result of on-the-job injuries in 2019 a 1.6% increase from 2018 and the highest number of fatalities since 5,657 were recorded in 2007, according to Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries data released Dec. 16 by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. https://bit.ly/2KDPtfq

At least 16 people have been injured due to Kidde extinguishers failing to work as intended, including one fatality, according to the CPSC. https://bit.ly/3qg82FC

If you get injured on the job, workers' compensation can help ensure that you still receive pay and other benefits from your employer. https://bit.ly/2LuLKRw

If you slip and fall in a store, it's important to report the accident to a manager or employee, even if you don't think you were seriously hurt. The extent of your injuries is not always apparent immediately after an accident, and reporting your fall should produce documentation that could be helpful evidence in the event that you bring a personal injury claim.

Being involved in an accident, even a minor one, can be a nerve-wracking experience, so it's important to know what steps to take afterward. https://bit.ly/3n4oVBM

A standard of care is used as the benchmark against a doctor's actual work. In a malpractice lawsuit, the doctor's lawyers would want to prove that the doctor's actions were aligned with the standard of care. The plaintiff's lawyers would want to show how a doctor violated the accepted standard of care and was therefore negligent. https://bit.ly/2YtKaRr