Sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace is deplorable. It shouldn't happen and smart business operators understand the value of having policies and training in place as means of prevention.Still, it occurs. And one of the biggest errors a Louisiana...
Month: July 2018
Trampoline injuries justify attractive nuisance designation
Insurance is a broad concept. While individuals have unique policies for their most valuable properties, even those properties have many nuances and details that shape the total value and its liability.Most people have heard of an attractive nuisance. It’s an item on...
Do smartphones cause carpal tunnel?
Whether you are walking down the street, at work or out shopping, seeing someone head down staring at a phone has become a common phenomenon. According to the Pew Research Center, just over three-quarters of the U.S. population now owns a smartphone. Americans use...
The financial consequences of worker drowsiness
How tired workers are is no inconsequential thing. Employee drowsiness can have some serious consequences. For one, it can have negative impacts for employers. A recent survey found that around 90 percent of U.S. employers have experienced negative effects stemming...
What Louisiana cities see the most auto thefts?
How common is car theft in Louisiana? It depends on what part of Louisiana you are talking about. As a recent report from the National Insurance Crime Bureau indicates, the different metro areas in the state vary greatly when it comes to auto theft rate.The report...
The challenge of remote workers and workers’ compensation
If you are an employer that keeps up with trends, you might be among those in Louisiana that offer some employees the opportunity to work from home or other remote site. Telecommuting is possible today because modern technology allows for it. By putting it to work,...