We go work and enter businesses every day. And, when we enter our workplace or a business generally, we expect it to be safe. We do not expect items to fall on us or objects in walkways to trip on. Unfortunately, that was the case at a local business recently where a...
Is workers’ compensation really your only option after an accident on the job?
Workers might worry about construction safety
Construction workers serve an essential purpose in society. Building projects, big and small, contribute to enterprise, infrastructure, upgrades and more. Construction workers in Illinois might point out the dangers they face. Working on roofs and around electrical...
Workers should have protections against the “Fatal 4”
Construction workers face many hazards on the job site. There isn’t any reason why employers should allow those dangers to go unchecked. For too many workers, a lack of safety protocol and inappropriate safety gear lead to incidents that cause death or catastrophic...
Why many construction accidents go unreported (and why that’s a problem)
Workers’ compensation operates on a pretty simple premise: People who are injured on the job should be able to receive compensation for their lost income and medical care for their injuries. You can’t be compensated, however, if you don’t report your injuries -- and...
Bystanders and passersby face injury risks near construction sites
It is no secret that the city of Chicago, including the Aurora suburb, is constantly undergoing change and growth. This means that we have a bustling construction industry erecting new buildings, homes and commercial properties. While this keeps the Illinois economy...
Construction’s fatal four must be addressed
Construction workers need safe sites to work. When they don’t have this, they can suffer grave injuries that might lead to death. Because of the seriousness of these four causes of accidents, it is imperative that all construction companies set protocol to help reduce...
Prevention of falls is critical in construction
Construction workers need a safe work environment when they’re working. One of the most serious risks they face is falling from an above-ground height. There are more than 300 workers killed and over 10,350 injured each year from falls. There are many areas that...
Work zone car accident statistics from 2018
Work zone car accidents are very dangerous for everyone involved: Drivers, passengers, workers and pedestrians. Work zones often cause backups and delays, and this can then lead to serious accidents. In some cases, workers themselves cause accidents while using...
Setting up a ladder properly
If you work on ladders frequently, you may already think that you know how to set them up properly. Perhaps you do, but a little refresher never hurts. Ladder falls are one of the main reasons for serious work site accidents, and they often happen because people rush...
