Introduction The Matchup There was a time, not so long ago, when you didn’t talk about drugs on television. Then, when you did, you only talked about them in an after-school special kind of way. While you could trace this evolution down the lines of television history, that is not what we’re doing today. Today,…
Introduction A quarter of the energy your home consumes, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, goes into your water heater. In most homes, heating water is the third-largest use of energy. So while that mundane-looking metal tank in your basement may not come up in everyday conversation, your choice of water heater can make a…
Introduction Most people rely on an office supply shop in one way or another, be it for your professional or personal business needs. Two of the major outlets across the country are Staples and Office Depot. This article assesses the general price, products, and availability differences between the two across their wide array of products….
Introduction When it comes to choosing between solar and traditional water heater, like with any appliance decision, it will ultimately come down to a balance of capability and cost. That said, it is arguable whether or not the estimate of 1/5 reduction in monthly energy cost will balance with the initial cost of a solar…
Introduction There are two dominant home improvement and hardware retailers in most states across the US: The Home Depot and Lowe’s. Both superstores support a number of warehouse-style locations as well as an intuitive web storefront. We offer an objective, head-to-head comparison of the two outlets, and indicate what products might be best to get…
Introduction When you own a business or work with time sensitive products and materials, a solid and reliable shipping company is a necessity. Shipping items so that they arrive on time can sometimes be the difference between a company that succeeds and a company that fails. Customers and business associates who don’t receive information, products,…
Introduction If I was injured on the job, should I file a workers compensation case or a personal injury case? When an employee is injured on the job, the remedies available to them include workers’ compensation and a personal injury lawsuit, but many people do not understand the difference between the two. Generally, a…
Introduction Homeowners deciding between gas and electric water heaters ultimately need to make a determination between initial price or long-run efficiency. Either gas or electric can heat your water at home, and both offer unique advantages the other can’t match. In the end, the decision — like home ownership — is personal. Heating Source Gas…
Introduction According to the United States Department of Labor, the Longshore and Harbor Workers Act (LHWCA) provides employment-injury and occupational-disease protection to approximately 500,000 workers who are injured or contract occupational diseases while working on the navigable waters of the United States, or in adjoining areas, and for certain other classes of workers covered by…
Introduction Federal employees who suffer from a medical condition that impacts their ability to work may qualify for federal public employee disability retirement. The federal government allows employees who are unable to work for medical reasons to retire under a disability retirement program, but it should be considered a last option to be used only…