May Day celebrates the international labour movement, but acts as a reminder that the fight for workers’ rights goes on, 1st May 2015
International Workers’ Day provides trade unionists from across the globe with the opportunity to come together to celebrate the social and economic achievements of the labour movement in ensuring improved human and labour rights.
Uncertain forecast for Social Security – Harvard Gazette
Harvard GazetteUncertain forecast for Social SecurityHarvard GazetteA new study has found that the financial health of Social Security, the program that millions of Americans have relied on for decades as a crucial part of their income, has been dramatically overstated. The study compared all forecasts made by the …
What to Do If Your Homeowners Insurance Claim Is Denied
Insurance provides homeowners with peace of mind. In exchange for paying a monthly or yearly premium, they can sleep soundly knowing that if their home is damaged by a hurricane, tornado, fire or other catastrophe, their insurance policy will cover the damages. At least, that’s how it’s supposed to work. Unfortunately, homeowners often discover that the insurance company is not always eager to hold up its end of the bargain. Even though insurance companies are required by law to honor all legitimate claims, they often look for any reason to avoid having to pay an insurance claim. Common Reasons For Denied Homeowners Insurance Claims Here are some common reasons insurance companies deny homeowners claims. Lack of coverage – Many people assume that a homeowners insurance …
Jury Finds Colgate-Palmolive Talcum Powder Causes Mesothelioma, Awards … – PR Newswire (press release)
Insurance JournalJury Finds Colgate-Palmolive Talcum Powder Causes Mesothelioma, Awards …PR Newswire (press release)"While we celebrate this first-ever verdict against Colgate-Palmolive," said Roger Worthington of Worthington & Caron, "We are mindful that Judy continues to live with mesothelioma. She and Cubby deserve compensation, but what they really want is to be …Colgate-Palmolive Hit with $13 Million Mesothelioma Verdict in CaliforniaSatellite PR News (press release)Colgate-Palmolive Suffers Courtroom Loss in Asbestos-Talc Powder CaseFairWarningJury awards woman $13M for exposure to asbestos in talcumYahoo News UKall 105 news articles »
Community Outreach: 1st Annual RESPECT Contest
Our firm was extremely excited to hold our 1st Annual RESPECT Contest for 5th grade students of Pasadena Independent School District. The RESPECT contest asks the students to tell us in a few sentences what respect means to them and why it is important to show one another respect. The students also included an illustration with their entry. After reviewing all of the entries, we selected four winners and presented them with an award at the Harris County Civil Courthouse this morning. The ceremony was presided over by Judge Kyle Carter of the 125th District Court. Judge Carter spoke briefly about the value of respect and the important role it plays in our society. He and Jason Itkin then presented the student’s with their awards. Each …
Thousands set to get refunds for insurance sold with credit cards – Irish Independent
Irish IndependentThousands set to get refunds for insurance sold with credit cardsIrish IndependentThe latest refunds process comes after the Central Bank ordered 11 institutions, including banks and card providers, to pay back almost €70m to 77,000 policyholders who were sold payment protection insurance since July 2007. Irish Independent …Mis-sold credit card insurance could cost banks €30mNewstalk 106-108 fmall 80 news articles »
Worker Killed in Sterilization Oven
Sometimes an OSHA fine is the least of your worries.Criminal charges are being brought up against Bumble Bee Foods and its former safety manager for workplace safety violations that resulted in the macabre and disturbing death of an employee. Jose Melena was working inside a giant tuna can sterilization oven and somehow became trapped inside. He was found after the oven was opened to remove the tuna.Various safety standards were violated, to cause this incident. A preventative safety plan had not been implemented, a lockout-tagout procedure was not in place to prevent turning on the oven when someone was in it, and rules for confined spaces were broken. >> Find out what happenedOverpass Falls, Kills 3When you’re driving, you’re alert to hazards around …
Don’t Terminate Me —Bro!
Due to under-funded Superior Courts, it is more and more difficult to enforce discovery. Therefore, a “new breed” of litigator is growing that is trying to game the otherwise self-executing discovery process. When they eventually get caught, I…By: Barry P. Goldberg, A Professional Law
Music can transform the lives of people with learning disabilities – The Guardian
The GuardianMusic can transform the lives of people with learning disabilitiesThe GuardianI was really depressed before joining Under the Stars. I was living in a nursing home with old people; it wasn't fun and I didn't feel I could talk to the other residents. I was moved into another nursing home, but I wanted to live in my own flat …
Puerto Rico’s Residents Qualify for Social Security Disability Because They Don’t Speak English
There are many different types of injuries and illnesses that will qualify a claimant for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. In some cases, it is a single medical condition, and in others it is a combination of two or more medical conditions that can be used to obtain an award of benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). According to a recent article from MSN, government auditors have determined hundreds of residents of Puerto Rico have qualified for Social Security disability benefits because they were not fluent in English. SSA regulations allow people in the United States to qualify for disability benefits if they do not speak proficient English. This is because without knowledge of English, SSA considers these individuals to be less employable, and this …
China’s Social Security Fund eyes stake in Brightoil Petroleum: Sources – Economic Times
China's Social Security Fund eyes stake in Brightoil Petroleum: SourcesEconomic TimesHONG KONG: A HK$1.3 billion ($168 million) sale of shares in Brightoil Petroleum has attracted interest from investors including China's Social Security Fund, two sources close to the deal said, underscoring support for the country's mixed-ownership …and more »
Arnold & Itkin Wins $44m Jury Verdict for Worker Whose Leg Was Amputated in Crane Accident
Arnold & Itkin is proud to announce that our firm won a $44m jury verdict on Wednesday afternoon for a construction superintendent who had his leg amputated after being crushed in a crane accident. Our client was injured on a construction site in Houston when a crane being operated by Berkel & Company collapsed and a piece of equipment struck him and pinned him to the ground. After needing a second crane to remove the heavy equipment off of his leg, he was taken to a nearby hospital where doctors determined he would need to have his left leg amputated above the knee. The crane collapsed after the auger became stuck and the site superintendent instructed the crane operator to continue attempting to unstick it. Despite …