Category Archives: Workers Compensation
The Five Jobs Most Likely to Affect Your Health Adversely
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics keeps track of illnesses and industries, and then groups them by sector. This shows which jobs in the United States are the most common for workers to report being made ill or getting injured on the job at. You might be surprised by the top five jobs most likely… Read More »
What Work Activities Put Construction Workers Most at Risk?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics shows a steady decline in construction accidents from 2006 through 2011, and attributes economic conditions to explain much of the decline. Even so, construction is the second most dangerous industry in terms of fatalities, second only to transportation and warehousing. Workers seriously injured in construction accidents in West Virginia can… Read More »
What are the Risks Associated with Benzene Exposure?
Work-related chemical exposure in West Virginia can result in health problems. Benzene is a common chemical often used in the production of plastics, nylon, resin, pesticides, detergents and other materials. Industries frequently associated with benzene use are oil refineries, rubber plants and gasoline production. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) workers have… Read More »
What are Mandolitis Claims?
Many different types of accidents can occur in the workplace and, generally, employees can recover medical costs and lost wages based on workers compensation or, in the case of third-party liability, by suing the third party. A Mandolitis claim is another type of worker personal injury claim you may be able to pursue. If you… Read More »