Missouri’s workers’ compensation laws provide death benefits to help support the surviving family members of construction workers who lose their lives due to workplace injuries or illnesses. The construction industry is one of the most dangerous sectors in the United States, and Missouri is no exception. Workers in this field face daily risks, sometimes leading … Read more
It’s why it’s essential that employees continuously remain aware of their surroundings, ensuring that they take the proper precautions at all times. For nearly 50 years, OSHA has been providing employers, health and safety professionals, and other spokespeople the means of creating a safe and functional workplace. As a result, injury and death rates in … Read more
You probably know by now that if you get injured or sick while doing your job, then you can generally receive benefits to help cover the cost of treatment and lost wages. However, what if a loved one suffers a fatal work injury and passes away? Will family members receive compensation for their death? In … Read more
While machines and tools increase speed, quality, and productivity, they also put workers at risk of injury. Tools and machines are used in factories and workshops in virtually all industries. While machines and tools increase speed, quality, and in turn productivity, they also put workers at risk of injury. Injuries can range from minor to … Read more
In 2016, the Mine Safety and Health Administration announced that coal miner fatalities had reached an all-time low, with only 9 reported deaths taking place the entire year. However, 2017 already saw an increase in the number of coal miner deaths on duty rose to 15 deaths, with 8 of them occurring in the first … Read more
Even with organizations like OSHA, many workers are still at high risk of injury or fatality. The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) issues a report each year regarding the number of deaths that occur in the workplace and it makes for very interesting but rather worrying reading. In this article, … Read more