Archive for 'Workplace Accidents' Category
There are several causes of workplace accidents. These common causes result in a number of injuries and deaths each year, but the most tragic part is that they can be prevented. Here are three of the most common that you can avoid. The first cause is unsafe lifting. Employees who lift objects wrong or objects […]
Suffering an injury on the job is a painful reminder of the reason safety protocols are in place. However, they weren’t always, and not every workplace is as safe as it should be. Here’s a few examples of the ways that you could be hurt on the job if your employer doesn’t take the safety […]
When you or a loved one goes to work, there’s always a risk of injuries. However, it’s the job of your employer to keep those risks low. When safety procedures aren’t followed, those who are hurt or the family of those who are killed can seek compensation through a lawsuit or workers’ compensation claim, depending […]
If a worker is misclassified as an independent contractor, there are a few things that could happen. If the worker is injured, that worker won’t have the workers’ compensation coverage he or she deserves, requiring the individual to seek legal advice and help pursuing a claim either for workers’ compensation coverage or for compensation for […]
Many construction sites in North Carolina are dangerous places. This is why personal protective equipment like hard hats and safety glasses exist. However, even with the proper use of safety equipment, workplace accidents can and do occur. It is safe to say that most construction companies strive to keep their workers safe, but unforeseen safety […]
Amputations caused by workplace accidents impact the victim in more ways than one. If the body part can’t be reattached, the victim must suffer with the loss of fingers, toes, hands or other body parts. Nerve damage can result, leaving the victim in pain or struggling to deal with unusual sensations. Some people may be […]
Toxic exposure can lead to a number of serious injuries and illnesses. Workplaces with toxic substances present should have safety features in place to prevent exposure. Despite this, workers in the U.S. are exposed to hazardous items at work every day; some are injured by the exposure and live a life with disabilities or chronic […]
The Occupational Safety and Health Act is designed to keep workers safe when they’re on the job. Employers must meet safety standards and report injuries or fatalities on the job. Workers who suffer repetitive motion injuries may be covered by the act. Are you covered by the Occupational Safety and Health Act? Most private-sector employees […]
Workplace illnesses are not uncommon, which is why it’s so important for employers to talk about the potential illnesses workers may be suffering from. One thing that is often overlooked is the prevalence of mental illness in the workplace. Stress, genetic factors and other issues lead to these illnesses. Employees may not want to talk […]
Workplace accidents can happen on any job site, but can be particularly injurious or fatal when large mobile machinery is involved. A Charlotte man died tragically Sunday, August 7, after being run over by a piece of industrial equipment. The 46-year-old man was moving tractor-trailers around a north Charlotte loading dock at Howell Motor Freight. […]
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