Tag: Workplace Accidents
Accidents on the job serious risk for professional drivers
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Thursday, July 16, 2015.
Drivers play an exceptionally important role in consumer and service-based societies. Delivery truck and 18-wheeler drivers make sure that goods and products make it to their destinations in a timely manner, while those who sit behind the wheels of taxis and buses transport citizens around cities and beyond. Continue reading “Accidents on the job serious risk for professional drivers”
Illinois man drowns in workplace accident
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Wednesday, July 8, 2015.
An Illinois family is without one of their loved ones following a tragic accident at an area construction site. While performing duties required by the course of his employment, the worker suffered fatal injuries, leaving a wife and children behind. Continue reading “Illinois man drowns in workplace accident”
I’m worried a workplace accident will occur, what can I do?
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Thursday, June 25, 2015.
When at work, employees in Illinois should be able to focus solely on the tasks at hand without worrying about possible safety issues in their work area. It is not just state law that protects workers. Continue reading “I’m worried a workplace accident will occur, what can I do?”
Proposed workers’ compensation changes leave some uncomfortable
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workers’ Compensation on Tuesday, May 19, 2015.
Although Illinois workers’ compensation benefits already underwent a significant overhaul several years ago, lawmakers are currently considering making even more changes to the system. While those in favor of the proposed changes believe that it will benefit employers by cutting out some of the cost involved with workers’ compensation insurance, opponents have some serious concerns. Continue reading “Proposed workers’ compensation changes leave some uncomfortable”
Most nurses not unfamiliar with being injured on the job
On behalf of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Injuries on Thursday, February 12, 2015.
ofAs accustomed as the healthcare industry is to serious or catastrophic injuries from various accidents, it would make sense that it would go to great lengths to protect its workers from these types of tragic fates. Unfortunately, this is simply not the case. Many medical professionals in Illinois are at significant risk Continue reading “Most nurses not unfamiliar with being injured on the job”
Overexertion common cause of workplace accident
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Monday, January 26, 2015.
While a serious or severe injury at work can occur from a virtually endless myriad of situations, there are several that stand out as some of the most common. A recent study examined workers’ compensation claims from all across the country and compiled the data into a list of the top 10 most common workplace injuries. Continue reading “Overexertion common cause of workplace accident”
Workplace accident results in hand amputation
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Sunday, January 11, 2015.
The use of both hands is critical and required for most Illinois workers to be able to complete their job duties. The loss of one or both hands in a workplace accident can be more than devastating; it can seriously compromise a person’s ability to earn a livelihood or care for his or her family. Continue reading “Workplace accident results in hand amputation”
4 Macy’s employees injured in accident at work
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Tuesday, November 25, 2014.
Accidents in the work place can be as varied as the employees who work for a company. Retail workers in Illinois are subjected to the possibility of falling merchandise and slick floors, and construction workers can experience a range of injuries due to faulty equipment or lapses in safety guidelines. Continue reading “4 Macy’s employees injured in accident at work”
Accident at work leads to city employee’s death
On behalf of Jeffrey Frederick of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Accidents on Monday, November 3, 2014.
Working at a computer or desk job may seem particularly safe to some people in Illinois, but serious workplace accidents don’t discriminate by gender, race or profession. Continue reading “Accident at work leads to city employee’s death”
Benefits reinstated for injured employee
On behalf of Frederick & Hagle posted in Workplace Injuries on Wednesday, August 20, 2014.
ofAfter being injured in 2008, a former Nissan employee was awarded workers’ compensation benefits. However, when his employer appealed that decision, it was partially reversed, and the injured employee had his benefits significantly reduced. Continue reading “Benefits reinstated for injured employee”