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Creating a will is a smart, responsible thing to do. In fact, no matter how old you are, having a will is recommended. While this is true, it doesn’t mean you can ignore the document once it is created. In fact, you must update the will from time to time. Some of the...
Iowa farms are responsible for providing corn, soybeans, grain, meat and more for the country and other parts of the world. Farm work can involve long, grueling hours of hard work. However, many people don’t think about farm injuries being covered by workers’...
Are you ready to create an estate plan but confused by all the different terms and jargon used? If so, you aren’t alone. The process can be confusing. One term to know is “trustee.” The role of a trustee is important and something to consider carefully. Because of...
When it comes to shoulder injuries, the rotator cuff gets most of the attention. However, if your pain is felt more at the top of your shoulder, it could be an acromioclavicular (AC) joint sprain or separation. The acromioclavicular joint is what connects the...
Factories across Iowa provide vital goods and services to people both in and out of the state. These buildings don’t operate by themselves, they rely on a fit and healthy workforce. Employees in this sector generally work long, hard hours, but typically manage to...
Getting hurt on the job is more than inconvenient. It can be expensive and frustrating. You might incur thousands of dollars in medical expenses and require weeks of time off so that you can recover. Your budget and daily life will likely change abruptly after your...
Without a doubt, firefighters are in one of the most dangerous lines of work there is. A report by the National Fire Protection Association published in late 2020 estimated that almost 61,000 firefighters had been injured in the line of duty in 2019 – up 4% from the...
Professional painters may prefer to work on interiors – particularly when the weather is hot. While interior painters may not face the risks associated with working on multi-level buildings, there are health and safety risks that their employers should help them...
