Construction worker injury stories are not uncommon. In early August, six workers were hospitalized after a serious accident at a Brickell construction site. The accident happened as a result of…
read moreThe wife of a man who was killed in a Florida construction accident filed a lawsuit seeking compensation for her husband’s wrongful death. The lawsuit names at least four different…
read moreWorking in construction, you know that you’re always at a higher risk of injury. You may work near highways with speeding traffic, or you could be in an industrial line…
read moreConstruction sites are frequently the scene of fatal accidents that, in many instances, are completely preventable. Risk of accidents and injuries rise when employees who are working unsupervised cut corners…
read moreWorking a job in construction is very dangerous. Heavy equipment and other hazards are part of the daily work. Another hazard that must be taken very seriously is electricity. In…
read moreAs a construction worker in the current world, you’re exposed to high risks all the time. You may work on high rises, tourist attractions, theme park rides or new developments,…
read moreImagine working near a railroad or other busy traffic area where you’re already having to be cautious about traffic safety. You know that you can feel the vibration of passing…
read moreConstruction work is a dangerous field for several reasons, including the heavy equipment being used and incomplete structures that are being built. In some cases, equipment that is being used…
read moreWhen it comes to heavy equipment, cranes are perhaps one of the most potentially dangerous pieces of all due to their sheer size and weight. Below are some tips for…
read moreIf you were ever injured at work, you’d want to be sure that you were going to get the compensation you deserve. After a work injury, you’ll most likely receive…
read moreWhen we posted last, we discussed the story of the 24-year-old construction worker who was killed at a job site while working on repairs at the Sarasota Square Mall. That…
read moreNail guns represent a leading cause of injury at construction and other types of work sites. Florida workers may be wise to have an understanding of how nail gun injuries…
read moreAs Florida residents may know, construction worker accidents are not uncommon, and many are caused by errors involving cranes. Of all construction worker deaths caused by crane-related accidents, data emerged…
read moreThe nature of construction work places it into a category of employment associated with injuries and deaths. The heavy equipment, power tools, scaffolds and electrical systems involved contribute to the…
read moreFlorida construction workers are at a greater risk for injury and death on the job than workers in most other professions. For the 2012 year, there were more than 4,000…
read moreConstruction workers face hazards on the job that may include dangerous chemicals, falling objects, electrocution and unsafe equipment. When injuries occur in Florida because of one’s job, an employee may…
read moreFlorida construction workers are usually covered under workers’ compensation when they suffer on-the-job injuries. The severity of an injury and the impact on an employee’s ability to work are factors…
read moreAccording to witnesses, a road worker who was hit by a driver while on the job on a Florida road was severely injured. The accident took place on the evening…
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