Author Archives: Michael Babboni
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A woman and her four-month-old niece were killed in an Osceola County accident in late January. The woman, her sister, a one-year-old and the infant were driving a Nissan Altima east along State Road 60. The driver pulled out into the westbound lane to pass another car, when they hit a Mazda SUV traveling westbound…. Read More »
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Airbags save lives and reduce injuries, but sometimes they cause them. A combination of materials, speed and chemicals makes airbags hazardous under some circumstances. Most of the time, they work to prevent harm. However, there are circumstances when airbag deployment goes wrong. How airbags work Manufacturers install airbags in the steering wheel, dashboard, side panels… Read More »
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Employers may classify workers as independent contractors to get out of paying benefits, workers’ compensation insurance premiums, or unemployment taxes. However, worker classification is subject to agency review. This is important when you suffer an on-the-job injury. Independent contractor v. employees Independent contractors usually: Run an independent business Set their rates and schedule Control who… Read More »