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Workplace Accident: The Dangers of Construction Sites

By | May 18th, 2018

Being a construction worker is one of the most dangerous jobs and is very physically demanding. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), out of the 3.3 million cases of nonfatal injuries and illnesses in 2009, more than 9% was experienced by constructions workers. Construction sites are a risky place to work in; oftentimes workers are required to operate powerful machinery, climb high scaffoldings, or work on roadside construction. Falling debris is also a concern, especially in tall structures where a small object that falls.

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Incorporating Technology Into Workers’ Compensation

By | May 9th, 2018

Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance provided by employers to their employees. With this insurance, workers can file a claim when they suffer injuries from accidents in the workplace or while doing tasks related to their work. Workers’ compensation covers medical bills and wage replacement for employees who will no longer be able to work because of the injuries they’ve sustained. Although the intentions of this insurance are good, there are still a few issues that need to be addressed; this is where technology comes into play.

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Employer’s Liability on Worker’s Temporary Disability

By | June 24th, 2013

QUESTION: I was hurt at work because my employer did not have the right equipment for me to do my job. The doctors gave me restrictions so now I can’t go back to work. They deemed my injury 15% permanent and stationary, so they took away my temporary disability. Now I’m stuck not making enough money and barely making it. Plus they said that I can’t do my regular duties. Do I have a case against my employer to hold them responsible for my injury? ANSWER: Your employer may be.

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