Every industry comes with unique job risks. Some professionals, like retail workers, are at elevated risk of violent criminal acts. Other workers, like truck drivers, have to worry about motor vehicle collisions on the job. Construction workers face numerous threats...
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2 reasons you should consider a postnuptial agreement
Most people have probably heard about and created prenuptial agreements that allow them to address a number of issues relating to how personal and marital property will be handled in the event of a divorce. However, if you did not create one, and wish to have some...
3 ground rules for living together during the divorce process
The period between when you and your spouse decide to end your marriage and when you finally sign those dotted lines can be extremely stressful, emotional and financially draining. The decisions you make during this period can greatly impact the outcome of your...
Why do women file for divorce more often?
It is generally accepted that women file for divorce more often than men in heterosexual marriages. The exact statistics can differ from one study to the next, but they often range up to around 70%. This may be surprising to those who assumed that roughly 50% of the...
How vibrations may lead to workplace injuries
In many industries, workers are exposed to vibrations. While it may not seem like an issue on the surface, ongoing and repeated exposure to high vibration levels can result in injuries to workers. For example, exposure to excessive vibration can disrupt vascular,...
Your financial situation may improve after a divorce
Divorce means saying farewell to so many things in your life. You might have to depart from your marital home. Your kids’ parents won’t be together anymore. Couples you were close to may feel strange hobnobbing with you now that you are single. The expectation that...
What’s really happening with the divorce rate?
You’ve likely heard people talk about how the divorce rate keeps climbing in the United States. They may say that divorce is just becoming the norm or that couples these days are more prone to it than couples from previous generations. However, what you will find when...
What do workers’ compensation benefits cover in Pennsylvania
Workers' compensation benefits provide an insurance cover of sorts for injured employees or those who get ill on the job. However, the scheme is unlike your ordinary personal injury cover. While you may be entitled to benefits, workers' compensation only covers...
What should you include in a prenuptial agreement?
Prenups get a bad rap because people assume they portend failure of the marriage. However, a prenuptial agreement is essential in setting things right from the word go. Prenups are a great way of addressing your marriage’s financial future while ensuring everyone is...
Can your employer force you back to work before you’re ready?
You may be entitled to workers' compensation benefits if you suffer a workplace injury. These benefits can help to cover your medical expenses and lost wages. If you receive an injury at work, you should notify your employer immediately and ask for the name of their...