In any dispute between a worker and his or her employer, fault is rarely ever one-sided or clear-cut. But when an official complaint is filed with agencies like the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, a narrative is put in writing that can be hard for employers...
If you’ve ever gone into the hospital and been asked to stay overnight, you might have found the experience frustrating if you weren’t expecting more than a short visit. But hospitals often request an in-patient stay for purposes of monitoring. This is also routine...
Age discrimination is not a hot-button issue when compared to discrimination based on gender or race. But it does go through cycles of public discussion, particularly during periods of economic recession when it is difficult for nearly anyone to find work. If you’re...
Accidents can happen when we least expect them. You never know when you might get into one, and to protect yourself from the unpredictable, you pay a monthly premium to your insurance company. In return, your insurer must compensate you for any damages when an...
To err is human, and all of us make mistakes. But when it comes to certain medical conditions – particularly emergencies – there is simply no room for error. Unfortunately, conditions like heart attacks, strokes and cancer are misdiagnosed more often than people...
A low unemployment rate may be good for the economy, but it can make hiring new employees a challenge. While there were certain challenges with the COVID-19 pandemic, many of those are reversing now that much of the state is going back to business as (somewhat) usual....
While all forms of medical malpractice affect Alaska families, birth injuries are especially devastating. Statistics show seven out of every 1,000 babies born in the U.S. suffer a birth injury. Avoidable medical mistakes or physical trauma before, during or after the...
Needing surgery, even when it is planned, can make life complicated. In addition to the procedure, you may need an extended time to heal before you can resume your normal life. In some cases, surgery does not go as planned, and the doctor makes a mistake. Although...