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Which employment visa is right for me?

If you want to work in the United States, you need to consider which type of employment visa is right for you. You have a number of visas to choose from, and the right visa in your situation will depend upon factors such as your education level, your area of

Will rising gas prices create new accident risks?

With gas prices rising above four dollars in parts of Louisiana, many drivers will be looking for alternative methods of transportation. The changing landscape of our streets and highways will likely present new dangers to drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists and anyone who shares the road. Motorcycle safety becomes even more important

Are hidden workplace dangers placing you at risk?

There is a certain amount of risk in any job, even ones that don’t seem like they would be dangerous. These three hidden job dangers may place workers at risk without them even knowing it. Unsafe noise levels Construction and logging are professions in which workers generally wear hearing protection.

Is workplace asbestos exposure a workers’ comp or personal injury claim?

Asbestos exposure can give rise to several devastating diseases that can change your life forever. You probably know that workplace accidents fall under the category of injuries that workers’ compensation covers. However, if your exposure to asbestos happened at work because of unsafe conditions, you may be curious as to

What are the causes of maritime accidents?

There are many causes of maritime accidents, so it’s impossible to discuss every one. However, some of the most common causes are those that are completely preventable, such as replacing old equipment or making repairs when a boat or dock has too much wear and tear. Safety has to be

Answering the most common FAQ’s about the Jones Act

Any job will put a person at risk of getting hurt, but there are certain professions that are much more dangerous than others. Location often factors into how likely someone is to get hurt at work. Those who do jobs at offshore facilities, like oil and gas extraction professionals or

Important information for families of loved ones lost to COVID

COVID has claimed the lives of hundreds of thousands of Americans. Their families are facing not only grief, but in many cases financial trouble as a result of loss of income and medical and funeral expenses. We wanted to share the news that FEMA is offering assistance in funeral expenses for

How to get the compensation you deserve after a hurricane

A hurricane is one of the strongest forces of nature and can leave entire cities in dire conditions. Recently, Hurricane Ida left many cities in dire conditions, including the Baton Rouge area. Even when the damage is undeniable, earning the compensation you need to cover the cost of repair and other expenses

How can you reduce fatigue and the risk of a crash?

Fatigue is a common cause of crashes in the United States. In fact, a survey of the population showed that around 37% of all working adults weren’t getting at least seven hours of sleep each night. Fatigue can be caused by many factors, so it’s important for you to identify

Which insurance pays the bills after a serious vehicle accident?

Right after a car crash in Texas, you will probably have more pressing concerns than the costs involved. Trying to move your vehicle to a safe spot and assessing your passengers for injuries will be far more important been trying to estimate how much it will cost to repair your

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