How serious is exposure to asbestos?
Asbestos is a natural mineral that’s used in several building materials due to its strength, insulating, and fire-retardant abilities. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection...
Workdays missed in retail due to injuries
When you think of hazardous jobs resulting in workers’ compensation claims, you probably think about construction workers and law enforcement personnel. You probably do not...
What should construction companies do to protect trench workers?
Construction trenches are a vital part of maintaining our infrastructure and are used to access or construct gas lines, water mains, telephone lines, and underground...
‘Forever Chemicals’ Linked to Cancer Show Up Strong in Firefighters’ Blood
A new study show that firefighters have high blood levels of potentially dangerous chemicals used in the manufacture of blaze-extinguishing foam. The fact is that...
New State Workers’ Compensation Laws Now Protect 9/11 First Responders
It’s been nearly two decades since we, as a nation, experienced the horrific acts of terror committed on September 11, 2001. In the days that...
I Was Injured in a Construction Accident. Now What?
A construction accident can be a chaotic and devastating occurrence. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the four most common construction accidents that can lead to...