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JAY SHORT ATTORNEY AT LAW
Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare system — caring for patients, managing emergencies, and handling demanding workloads every single day. Yet the same dedication that keeps hospitals and clinics running also exposes nurses to serious risks of injury. From lifting patients to working long hours on their feet, nursing is one of the most…
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Back injuries are among the most common reasons employees file workers’ compensation claims. But what happens if you already had a back problem before your workplace injury? Many employees worry that a pre-existing condition — such as chronic back pain, degenerative disc disease, or scoliosis — will automatically disqualify them from workers’ comp benefits. The…
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Package delivery drivers perform some of the most physically demanding work in today’s economy. Whether employed by UPS, FedEx, USPS, Amazon, or another delivery service, drivers face daily risks such as lifting heavy packages, navigating traffic, dealing with unsafe property conditions, and exposure to extreme weather. Unfortunately, injuries on the job are common. In Nevada,…
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Construction work is one of the most physically demanding professions. Workers are required to perform repetitive, strenuous tasks that can take a serious toll on the body over time. While many people think of construction injuries as sudden accidents—such as falls, machinery malfunctions, or falling objects—Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSIs) are equally common and just as serious.…
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