Cities like Chicago are ever-expanding and as housing needs continue to increase, even the suburbs are becoming more densely populated. As communities grow, construction projects naturally become more prevalent. That being said, construction companies are expected to...
Unfortunately, work-related amputation injuries are not so uncommon. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), there was an average of 8.9 out of 100,000 amputations between 2007 and 2018. There are several possible causes of workplace amputation injuries...
A mechanical power press is the most commonly used type of power press. Since it’s the most commonly used, it’s also the most researched power press in terms of use and safety. Workers who regularly use mechanical power presses are at a greater risk of...
Scaffolding hazards are one of the greatest threats to worker safety on construction sites. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 2.3 million construction workers often work on scaffolds. Preventing accidents and injuries should be a priority...
Liability for construction site accidents can be complicated to determine. Employers have a responsibility to protect their workers to prevent injury or harm on the construction site. However, Illinois laws do not make it easy for employees to sue their employers when...
Few things are more stressful than missing work due to a workplace injury. Fortunately, systems such as workers’ compensation insurance were put in place to help protect workers from suffering financially while they recover from these injuries. However, while...