Construction accidents are some of the most complicated cases when it comes to workersโ compensation.
Even though organizations like OSHA have made the workplace a much safer and healthier environment, chemical hazards still pose a serious risk to workers. St. Louis workers that handle and work with toxic chemicals are more likely to suffer certain injuries due to exposure. One type of work-related injury that employees can suffer from is asphyxia … Read more
Nearly all types of workers are exposed to a certain level of risk at the workplace. Even seemingly safe occupations, such as retail and offices, report a certainย number of work-related injuries. However, the construction and manufacturing industriesย report an alarmingly high rate of workplace injuries and deaths. Work-Related Injury and Fatality Statistics The statistics revealed by … Read more
From huge mobile equipment such as cranes to objects falling from heights, construction workers face on-the-job hazards every day. Construction sites are often fraught with dangers of various kinds. From huge mobile equipment such as cranes to objects falling from heights, construction workers face on-the-job hazards every day. A serious risk that construction workers face is … Read more
Hispanic constructions workers may be prone to more work-related injuries due to safety disparities. Anyone can get injured at the workplace, including those who work in corporate offices and retail stores. However, there are certain classes of workers that are more prone to work-related injuries. According to a report released by the National Institute for … Read more
Crane accidents often involve extensive property damage and severe injuries and death. Crane accidents occur at construction sites and large manufacturing units. What are the legal rights of the workers injured in a crane accident? Types of Workers at Risk According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, the following workers are most likely to be involved in a crane accident: … Read more
The construction industry is one of the top three industries that accounts for the largest number of work related traumatic brain injuries (TBI). The construction industry is one of the largest providers of employment in almost all of the U.S. states. Due to the nature of the work, however, construction workers are more likely than any … Read more