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Nurse dies in workplace accident at Illinois hospital
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Saturday, February 15, 2014.
Officials are trying to determine the sequence of events that led to the recent death of a nurse reporting for work in the early morning hours. The Illinois woman died in a workplace accident that happened in the parking lot of the hospital at which she worked. She was 51 years old.
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Workplace accident in Illinois puts MPEA in a pickle
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Friday, February 14, 2014.
A lot of work goes into the auto show that takes place in Chicago. As preparations for the Illinois show two years ago were underway, a workplace accident injured the knee of an employee of S.B. Yen Management. Continue reading “Workplace accident in Illinois puts MPEA in a pickle”
Driver fatigue possibly led to Illinois truck accident
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, February 12, 2014.
Because driving while tired can be considered as dangerous as driving under the influence, it is important that truck drivers abide by the laws set for them and the number of hours they are required to rest and drive. If a trucker does not follow these rules and attempts to drive over the allowed number of hours, a truck accident could occur. Continue reading “Driver fatigue possibly led to Illinois truck accident”
5 injured in Illinois workplace accident when car hits vet clinic
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Friday, February 7, 2014.
People in Illinois who work regularly with animals know there is no such thing as a typical day. They have come to expect that most anything can happen in connection with their four-legged charges. What they probably don’t expect is for a car to come careening into the office area and cause a workplace accident.
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Pedestrian accidents: Garbage truck strikes, kills Illinois woman
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Wednesday, February 5, 2014.
Many individuals of all ages continue to utilize walking as their means to get from one place to another, especially if they do not have a vehicle of their own. Though this type of travel could result in beneficial exercise, it is important to remember that pedestrians are at risk of being severely injured by passing vehicles. Continue reading “Pedestrian accidents: Garbage truck strikes, kills Illinois woman”
Illinois delivery truck driver hit at unguarded railroad crossing
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Train Accidents on Wednesday, January 29, 2014.
Many people know how much a train crossing at an intersection can delay a commute. Trains could still be considered a rather common form of transport, and many of the intersections have gates, flashing lights and other signals to notify drivers that a train is approaching. Continue reading “Illinois delivery truck driver hit at unguarded railroad crossing”
Illinois man dies in workplace accident at industrial site
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Tuesday, January 28, 2014.
People in Illinois who work at industrial sites face dangerous circumstances on a regular basis. Whether it involves large, complicated machinery, hazardous conditions or extreme inclement weather, the list of possible workplace hazards is great. Continue reading “Illinois man dies in workplace accident at industrial site”
Illinois car accident results in death, icy roads possible factor
On behalf of of Frederick & Hagle posted in Car Accidents on Wednesday, January 22, 2014.
Speed, road conditions and weather are all factors that drivers need to take note of and accommodate for while traveling. If a driver fails to properly adjust for one or all of these aspects, a serious car accident could quickly occur. Continue reading “Illinois car accident results in death, icy roads possible factor”
Chicago dancer suffers fatal accident at work
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Tuesday, January 21, 2014.
Dancers are well accustomed to getting injured on the job. It is not unusual for them to continue performing — even after an accident at work makes it uncomfortable or difficult to do so. Some injuries, like a recent workplace accident in Illinois, are more serious and result in the dancer’s death.
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New penalties from Illinois DOT help prevent accidents on the job
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Thursday, January 16, 2014.
Driving faster than the speed limit allows is never a good idea. Not only is it dangerous, it’s against the law. When it happens in a construction work zone, it is not unusual for accidents on the job to occur. Continue reading “New penalties from Illinois DOT help prevent accidents on the job”
