Construction accidents are some of the most complicated cases when it comes to workers’ compensation.
A slip and fall injury is the most common type of work-related accident. Slip and fall injuries on the job are the most common type of workplace injuries. Slips and falls at work can differ in severity. The worker may just need a few days off work, or may end up disabled for the rest … Read more
Each year, thousands of Missouri construction workers are injured on the job. Tens of thousands of people are injured each year while working in the construction industry. While this is a massive figure, it probably comes as no surprise due to the nature of the business, it’s pretty high risk. Of course there are plenty … Read more
The construction industry is one of the most complicated when it comes to workers’ compensation. This is because there are so many different individuals, companies, manufacturers, suppliers, and more involved on construction sites. When a workplace accident happens on a construction site, the injury should usually be covered under workers’ compensation insurance. In Missouri, construction … Read more
St. Louis construction equipment operators face serious injury risks at work. Construction equipment operators can suffer injuries in a single traumatic incident in the workplace or from their normal duties over the years. Equipment operators in the construction industry have to drive, control, and operate heavy machinery used to construct buildings, bridges, roads, and other … Read more
Construction workers, especially roofers, do some of the most dangerous jobs in the country. Roofing accidents are extremely common in the construction industry and often cause serious and life-threatening injuries. Roofing workers have to use ladders to reach the roofs of the buildings and houses and this makes them susceptible to falls and other serious injuries. … Read more
In the United States, nearly 35,000-40,000 serious injuries are caused by table saws each year—many of them on construction sites. Some common table saw injuries include bone fractures, severe lacerations, and finger amputations. In this post, St. Louis work related injury lawyer will discuss table saw accidents and injuries in detail. Construction table saw accidents … Read more