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Many people in Maryland have tuned into the phenomenon of reality television. While each show may have its own unique format, many reality-based shows require contestants to undergo hardships that seem impossible to the average person, making many of the participants seem almost invincible. Unfortunately, the family of Caleb Bankston, a former contestant on one of these shows, is now…
People in Maryland know that the injury or death of a community member has a long-lasting impact on the community as a whole. In this sense, they can likely sympathize with one out-of-state town that is likely reeling from two separate workplace accidents that resulted in an injury and a fatality. Apart from the community support received, the man suffering…
A person who deals with convicted criminals on a daily basis knows that his or her life may be in jeopardy as a result of their occupation. However, a former Maryland warden was killed in an out-of-state workplace accident after he resigned his position as warden and was working in a position that many would assume is safer. As a…
Police officers, firefighters and soldiers know that there is some degree of risk associated with their jobs. Although not the same obvious level of danger, almost all jobs hold some degree of risk of injury or even death. As a result, most employers are required to provide workers’ compensation insurance coverage in the event of an accident. The family of…
Almost all jobs involve some degree of risk. Even jobs that are seemingly completely safe could result in the need for treatment for injuries suffered on-the-job. In order to help workers and their families in the event of a workplace accident, states such as Maryland require most employers to provide workers’ compensation benefits. The family of a man who was…
Police officers fasten their badge on before each shift knowing that it could be the last time they report for duty. They are well aware that they may face serious injury or death in the line of duty. Most police officers, however, likely expect that such an event will occur at the hands of a criminal or during a rescue…
Anyone who has driven on a state highway or interstate has likely noticed a state worker performing a job-related task near the road. In most circumstances, they complete their task without incident. However, in the event of an accident, the state of Maryland likely provides workers’ compensation coverage for their employees. The family members of one employee may now qualify…
It is no secret that police officers have a dangerous job. Every day they report for duty, they realize it could very well be their last. There are obvious job hazards such as dangerous criminals, but there are others of which some people may not be as aware. Police officers are frequently in danger of being struck by a fast-moving…
There is some degree of risk in everything that people do. Even the most seemingly innocuous of activities could have underlying risks, especially when those activities deal with an occupation. Because of this there are organizations in place to attempt to protect employees from work hazards and hold employers accountable when preventable accidents happen due to work conditions. To further…
Most counselors will state that there are specific stages of grief. However, the overwhelming shock and disbelief upon first learning of a loved one’s death, especially an unexpected death, is often debilitating. In addition to managing their grief, loved ones also have to wonder about their financial future, especially if the family member was the primary wage earner for the…