A dangerous situation for construction workers involves gas pipeline accidents. In the U.S., it is estimated that around 14,120 workers suffer thermal burns each year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average time that a worker takes off work after a burn injury is five days. In some cases, burn injuries are severe and cause permanent … Read more
Even though organizations such as OSHA have made many work environments safer and healthier places, the workplace is still fraught with hazards that can cause injuries to workers. Some workplaces such as manufacturing and construction sites are more dangerous compared to others because of the presence of heavy equipment and other potential hazards. Some workers … Read more
If you have suffered a workplace injury, you should be receiving benefits for ALL of your injuries, not just the ones your employers insurance company wants to accept. Thousands of workers get injured every year in work related accidents. While some accidents are minor, others are serious and cause severe injuries and even death. One … Read more
While there are employee rules regarding safety standards in the workplace, there are also rules in place for the employer. Providing workers’ compensation insurance can be financially taxing on a Missouri business. Premiums are high and rise each time a claim is filed. To offset these costs, many businesses have taken steps to provide comprehensive on-the-job … Read more
If you suffer a work-related injury at the workplace, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses and wage loss benefits. A work-related injury can occur when a worker is struck by a rolling, flying, or falling object or due to persistent exposure to harmful chemicals at the workplace. Other work-related injuries are caused from slips and falls, … Read more
Employees have a right to expect a certain level of safety in the workplace. How common is workplace violence? Accourding to OSHA, murder is the fourth-leading cause of fatal occupational injuries in the workplace. If you are the victim of a violent act while at work you need to speak with a St. Louis workers’ compensation … Read more