The Law Offices of David L. Hood
Physician burnout is a serious problem affecting not just doctors, but the entire healthcare system. What is burnout? Burnout is when someone feels exhausted, starts to hate their job, and becomes less effective at work. It’s not just about being tired; it’s about feeling worn down both mentally and emotionally to the point where it’s […]
Sleep deprivation and workplace safety are closely linked, with wide-reaching consequences for individuals, businesses, and society. Lack of sleep is becoming a big problem affecting many workers in the US. It’s a hidden danger that affects not only individual health and well-being but also workplace safety and productivity. There are many occupational hazards that employees […]
Work-related carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common issue for many people. You’ve probably heard that typing on a computer all day can cause CTS, but a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows many other jobs also put workers at risk for the condition. Carpal tunnel syndrome afflicts more than […]
Workplace fatalities in South Carolina were up in 2021, totaling 107 deaths, according to the latest data by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. The majority of workplace deaths in South Carolina are transportation incidents, followed by violence and other injuries by persons or animals and falls, slips, and trips. What are Workplace Fatalities? A […]
How to calculate workers’ comp in South Carolina is dependent on three areas: the worker’s average weekly salary, the location of the injury, and the nature of the injury. Suffering a serious injury on the job can be very stressful. You will probably have a lot on your mind as you try to figure out […]
Video Transcript I’m Attorney David Hood, and we’re continuing with part 2, with my able assistant Tracey, on questions, problems and solutions you may have for your workers’ compensation case in South Carolina. I think there are a couple more things we wanted to alert people who get injured on the job in South Carolina […]
If you’ve lost a limb (or the use of a limb) in an on-the-job accident in South Carolina, you’re probably out of work and trying to stay afloat in a sea of bills. You may be considering filing a workers’ compensation claim, but that can be a long and challenging process. Ultimately, you probably have […]
Most workplace dangers are obvious. One that is not quit as apparent is damaging noise levels. “Some of the most prevalent workplace hazards aren’t seen–they’re heard.” (EHSToday.com) According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the most commonly reported workplace-related injury is hearing loss. 22 million Americans are being exposed to harmful noise […]
These days, a lot of us are staying away from shopping malls and department stores as much as possible to try to stay well. COVID-19 has caused Americans to do more online shopping than ever before. As of June 2020, Statista ranks Amazon the top U.S. company ranked by retail e-commerce sales, with sales estimated […]
The Law Offices of David L. Hood