Construction accidents are some of the most complicated cases when it comes to workers’ compensation.
Working in the construction industry is often dangerous, and its workers are at an increased risk for TBIs and their consequences. A 2016 report made by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) found that the construction industry has the highest number of traumatic brain injuries in the US workplaces, both fatal and … Read more
Roofing is a dangerous job, and a mistake in this profession can lead to very serious injuries, possibly even fatalities. According to OSHA, falls are the leading cause of death in the construction industry. From 2003 to 2013, there have been over 3,500 fatalities and falls from roofs accounted for nearly 34% of them. This … Read more
When the accident takes place at work, you are entitled to workers compensation under Missouri law. Many working Americans have to operate heavy machinery as part of their daily work activities. Construction workers or factory employees are common examples of workers who need to work with or next to these intricate machines and, as a … Read more
Missouri law states that employers must ensure a safe environment for all the people working on a construction site. Missouri workers compensation laws are designed to make sure workers in the state are covered in case of an injury or illness. These settlements can cover the cost of their medical treatment and lost wages. But … Read more
Crane safety is complex, but there are 7 basics that every employer should have in place to keep everyone safe. An incredibly high proportion of cases that St. Louis workers compensation attorneys take involve construction workers. One reason why is their use of cranes, which are very powerful and frequently cause injuries. Employers have an … Read more
Although not based on negligence, you do have to be specifically engaged in work activities to be covered by workers’ compensation insurance. Statistics show that as many as 42% of all construction industry deaths are the result of construction workers falling. The construction industry is a very risky industry in which to be employed. For … Read more