The absolute state of workers’ rights in America
The absolute state of workers’ rights in America
The owner of the meat processing plant was ordered to pay a whopping $1143 to a teen who lost his hand in a meat grinder
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Phew! He'll be able to pay for his ambulance ride to the hospital. The system works
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The fines go to the state. The teen would have to file a worker's compensation claim if he wants to get a medical bill reimbursement for his hand
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An ambulance ride cost me > $3,000 in 2010, but I'm sure it's more now
Probably closer to 5k.
Source: am paramedic. Don't work in billing, but our rates are published.
Thank you for your work, m8.
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