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Employee alleges retaliation following workplace injury
On behalf of of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Injuries on Wednesday, April 15, 2015.
Employers in Illinois are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance in order to protect employees from the potential financial burden of injuries suffered at work. Despite carrying insurance that will compensate workers for a workplace injury, some employers are still less than thrilled when victims seek the benefits to which they are entitled. Continue reading “Employee alleges retaliation following workplace injury”
Truck accident seriously injures Illinois teens
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Truck Accidents on Thursday, April 9, 2015.
Parts of the roadway where two streets intersect can be particularly dangerous areas for drivers. Vehicles are approaching from multiple directions, and even with traffic signals, there is no guarantee that all drivers will heed those signals. Continue reading “Truck accident seriously injures Illinois teens”
Man sent to hospital for workplace accident with roller coaster
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Thursday, April 9, 2015.
Amusement parks may seem like all fun and games for Illinois attendees, but at least one worker was injured during a test run of a new roller coaster at an out-of-state park. This workplace accident apparently involved the worker actually being struck by the roller coaster car. Continue reading “Man sent to hospital for workplace accident with roller coaster”
Medical care delayed for man injured on the job
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Industrial Workers’ Accidents on Thursday, April 2, 2015.
Prompt and adequate medical care is typically crucial for the best recovery possible for workers injured on the job. While the workers’ compensation insurance that Illinois employers must carry is responsible for ensuring that employees injured on the job are approved for necessary care, it sadly does not always work out that way. Continue reading “Medical care delayed for man injured on the job”
Construction accident sends 4 to the hospital
On behalf of of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Injuries on Thursday, April 2, 2015.
Construction workers in Illinois are likely familiar with the strict guidelines to which employers must adhere in order to keep workers as safe as possible. When those measures are not met, it can only take a second for a worker’s life to be on the line. A recent construction accident in another state seriously injured four workers, Continue reading “Construction accident sends 4 to the hospital”
Motorcycle accident claims life in Illinois
On behalf of of Frederick & Hagle posted in Motorcycle Accidents on Wednesday, April 1, 2015.
As the weather beings to warm in many parts of the country, motorcyclists may begin riding more frequently. As a result, there may be an increase in the risk of a motorcycle accident taking place. Many drivers may not be in the habit of double-checking for motorcyclists, and the small vehicles could be overlooked. Continue reading “Motorcycle accident claims life in Illinois”
Woman killed after being hit in Illinois hit-and-run
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Wednesday, March 25, 2015.
There are many situations throughout a person’s life in which he or she may be in need of assistance. Getting hurt in an accident is one situation in which having someone to render aid would be beneficial. If an individual is injured in a hit-and-run accident, the assistance he or she needs may not be immediately available, and a driver could face charges for leaving the scene.
Continue reading “Woman killed after being hit in Illinois hit-and-run”
Failed scaffolding results in construction accident, kills 3
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Construction Workers’ Accidents on Tuesday, March 24, 2015.
Without workers brave enough to scale the sides of buildings or work in other dangerous areas, construction sites would be mostly empty and progress would likely slow to a crawl in Illinois. Fortunately, there are a number of men and women who fill the role of construction workers. Continue reading “Failed scaffolding results in construction accident, kills 3”
Teens killed in Illinois auto accident involving semi-truck
On behalf of of Frederick & Hagle posted in Car Accidents on Thursday, March 19, 2015.
In many instances where a personal injury or wrongful death claim may be warranted, parties may wish to file such a claim in order to seek compensation. However, legal processes can be difficult matter to work through, especially if individuals are uncertain about their options. Continue reading “Teens killed in Illinois auto accident involving semi-truck”
Workers’ comp reform may make it harder for injured employee
On behalf of of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Injuries on Tuesday, March 17, 2015.
There was once a time in America when injured workers had no guarantee of compensation for injuries suffered while on the job. Before workers’ compensation benefits were enacted into law, the only hope for an injured employee to receive any type of recourse Continue reading “Workers’ comp reform may make it harder for injured employee”
