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Bridge worker sustains workplace injury on bridge painting job
Work on a large municipal bridge is another activity that requires intensive enforcement of safety measures. Bridge work in Illinois encounters some of the same problems seen in all states. A major bridge in another metropolitan area has been the recent scene of workplace injury and the strange collapse of supportive structures during a re-painting project. Continue reading “Bridge worker sustains workplace injury on bridge painting job”
Court restricts recoveries to workers’ compensation
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workers’ Compensation on Friday, June 14, 2013.
Can an injured worker sue the employer on a tort action to recover additional damages where the employer’s intentional actions allegedly caused the victim’s injuries? According to one court outside of Illinois, the answer is no, because any workplace accident is limited and restricted to workers’ compensation. Continue reading “Court restricts recoveries to workers’ compensation”
2 Illinois women badly injured in car accident with fire engine
On behalf of of Frederick & Hagle posted in Car Accidents on Thursday, June 13, 2013.
Fire departments are a crucial part of society. They assist the community when trouble calls, and they extend their services to help with many more catastrophes than just fires. When on the call, firefighters try to get to the location where they are needed as quickly as possible. Continue reading “2 Illinois women badly injured in car accident with fire engine”
Injured employee survives Illinois chemical plant fire
On behalf of of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Injuries on Friday, June 7, 2013.
Evacuations continue in a community nearby the site of a serious explosion and fire at a Seward, Illinois chemical processing plant. The incident took place on a recent Sunday afternoon, leaving many nearby residents uneasy about their safety. Authorities moved quickly to begin evacuating those who live within a two-mile radius of the site. Continue reading “Injured employee survives Illinois chemical plant fire”
2 women drown in terrible Illinois car accident
On behalf of of Frederick & Hagle posted in Car Accidents on Friday, June 7, 2013.
A recent late night car crash has left two families grieving while Illinois authorities struggle to conclude what caused the incident. The car accident took place in a rural section of Pike County at approximately 12:29 a.m. Continue reading “2 women drown in terrible Illinois car accident”
Illinois worker dies after fall from roof in workplace accident
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Construction Workers’ Accidents on Thursday, May 30, 2013.
A 55-year-old Illinois construction worker went to work a few weeks ago likely thinking that it was just any other Friday. As evening was setting in, the construction worker was making some modifications to the roof of a building in Albany Park in Chicago, when the worst happened. Continue reading “Illinois worker dies after fall from roof in workplace accident”
Safety advocates preparing to combat distracted driving
On behalf of of Frederick & Hagle posted in Car Accidents on Thursday, May 30, 2013.
It is illegal to drive drunk in Illinois. Not only would a conviction on drunk driving charges yield serious criminal consequences, but driving drunk also puts innocent lives at risk. Continue reading “Safety advocates preparing to combat distracted driving”
Food for thought: 1 farm worker dies on the job every day
On behalf of of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Injuries on Wednesday, May 22, 2013.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration was created in 1970 largely thanks to the efforts of union workers looking to curb the high workplace fatality rates across various fields.
However, many have long argued that the federal safety regulator does not go far enough. While workplace deaths Continue reading “Food for thought: 1 farm worker dies on the job every day”
Buckle up for all Memorial Day Weekend travel plans
On behalf of of Frederick & Hagle posted in Car Accidents on Tuesday, May 21, 2013.
This weekend marks a major kickoff for summer travelers, and authorities across Illinois want to make sure that all of these riders safely make it home. For Champaign residents hitting the open road for any Memorial Day Weekend travel plans Continue reading “Buckle up for all Memorial Day Weekend travel plans”
Hog manure leading to mysterious foam that traps flammable gases
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Thursday, May 16, 2013.
Large hog farms around the Midwest are experiencing a very gross and very dangerous phenomenon that could be putting workers at risk. A few years ago, a layer of mysterious foam began developing on top of the hog manure that collects in below-ground pits. Continue reading “Hog manure leading to mysterious foam that traps flammable gases”
