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Can I claim Worker’s Comp for Getting COVID-19?
Can I Claim Worker's Comp for Getting COVID-19? There have been many questions regarding whether essential workers can file for workers’ comp due to COVID-19 related issues. While the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 helps federal workers diagnosed with the disease to get coverage under the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act (FECA), each state has its own
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (07/19-07/25)
Jacob’s Journal - Weekly News Rewind (07/12-07/18) LA County Sees Alarming Spike in Corona Virus Cases Wednesday, July 21 (Los Angeles Times) – On Wednesday, public health officials reported 2,551 new coronavirus infections in Los Angeles County, which is the highest total since early March. The report coincides with increased transmission of the Delta variant and a
Exploding e-Cigs? How to Handle a Vaping Personal Injury
Exploding e-Cigs? How to Handle a Vaping Personal Injury Have you suffered from a exploding e-cig or vaping related injuries? Here’s what to do in a vaping personal injury lawsuit. The increased use of vaping devices, or e-cigarettes, has led to numerous personal injuries and several deaths. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 2,807
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (07/12-07/18)
Jacob’s Journal - Weekly News Rewind (07/12-07/18) California Doctor Faces Federal Charges in Fake COVID-19 Vaccine Scheme Thursday, July 15 (CNN.com) – The U.S. Department of Justice announced that a licensed naturopathic doctor from Northern California was arrested Wednesday for running a fake COVID-19 immunization and vaccine card scheme. Juli A. Mazi, 41, is facing one charge
What To Do If You’re in a Bike Sharing Accident in California
What To Do If You’re in a Bike Sharing Accident in California Are the victim of a bike sharing accident? Bicycle accidents often involve severe injuries like skull fractures, spinal cord compression/tearing, and organ damage. As bike sharing programs have appeared in virtually every major city, the number of bike crashes has been on the rise. An
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (07/05-07/11)
Jacob’s Journal - Weekly News Rewind (07/05-07/11) LA Clinicians Rush to Vaccinate Community as Delta Variant of COVID Spreads Wednesday, July 7 (CBS Los Angeles) – On Wednesday, Bell Gardens Veterans Park clinicians said the push to get more people vaccinated against COVID-19 is more important than ever, as the number of Delta variant cases increases. The
Who Pays for a Car Accident in a Company Car?
Who Pays for a Car Accident in a Company Car? Car Accidents involving company cars are much more common than you might think. However, what happens afterward is a little more complex than if you have an accident in your own vehicle. Potential issues including whether you or the company providing the car compensate any injured motorists,
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (06/28-07/04)
Jacob’s Journal - Weekly News Rewind (06/28-07/04) As Delta Variant Grows More Prevalent, L.A. County Reports Largest Daily Increase in Coronavirus Cases Since April Thursday, July 1 (KTLA 5) – On Thursday, Los Angeles County reported 506 new infections, the highest daily number since mid-April, while the number of delta variant cases reported doubled to 245. The
Filing a Personal Injury Claim Tutorial
Filing a Personal Injury Claim Tutorial The websites of personal injury attorneys often break down the types of cases they handle. While there are a range of specialties in this area, filing a personal injury claim can be complex because there are virtually as many types of cases as there are ways to be hurt, plus every
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (06/21-06/27)
Jacob’s Journal - Weekly News Rewind (06/21-06/27) Delta COVID-19 Variant a Growing Concern in Los Angeles County Tuesday, June 22 (Fox 11) – On Sunday, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Heath reported 258 cases of COVID-19 and three new deaths, bringing the totals to 1,247,618 cases and 24,441 fatalities in the county. State figures revealed