Felix liked working as a temporary worker. One day, he was injured while working at a construction site. The supervisor at the site said the company would not pay for his medical treatment or [...]
Some jobs are simply more dangerous than others. Dangers vary from workplace to workplace, but just about every worker faces the potential of injury every day. In this article, we will cover some [...]
When considering workers’ compensation, many people only think of the most obvious on-the-job injuries. However, some workers face different hazards that can cause diseases or conditions for [...]
In this booming economy, construction jobs are on the rise. With more people employed in construction, however, the number of injuries is likely to increase also. Fortunately, workers’ [...]
Firefighters regularly put their own lives on the line to save people in dangerous situations. The very nature of their jobs makes an injury or occupational disease a real possibility. As such, [...]
Joey worked as a bricklayer at Chicago-area construction sites for various general contractors. One day, a large pallet of bricks fell on him. He was seriously injured, required extensive medical [...]
Our office buildings and homes protect us from the weather. How often do we stop and think about the construction workers who built the structures without any protection from the rain, wind, and [...]
Tony was frustrated. After a serious accident at the construction site, Tony was trying to recover from a broken leg and severe back pain. Instead of just focusing on his recovery, however, he [...]
George worried about what would happen to his family if he was injured at work. He had heard of people who waited months or years to get benefits to cover their lost wages and medical bills. [...]
Every day, people are hurt in some way: car accidents, slip-and-falls, household accidents, and more. Insurance covers some injuries, but not all. Some people are even injured while they are at [...]
