Spending the day at work should not prove dangerous. However, for those who work in construction, accidents occur at alarming rates. Construction is one of the most dangerous industries to work in. While there are safety standards in place to protect workers, so many...
For some, motorcycles are for weekend road trips to get out of the city and soak up some fresh air. For others, bikes are the primary mode of transportation every day to and from work and school. No matter where you ride or how often, a car or animal may come out of...
The workers' compensation system exists to cover employee work-related injuries, including on-the-job stroke or heart attack, damage from repeated use of a body part, preexisting conditions made worse by work activities, and other on-the-job injuries. This coverage...
Car accidents are a serious threat that can lead to expensive medical bills or loss of life. Analysis by the Chicago Tribune indicates that fatalities from car collisions in Illinois rose to a 13-year high in 2020. Here is what you need to know about this worrying...
Job duties that require you to repeat the same motions can make you vulnerable to serious injury. Although a particular motion does not seem like it could cause harm on its own, repeating it continually could put significant strain on your muscles, joints or tendons....
When you make your living as an Illinois nurse or in a similar health care position, you may have to lift patients regularly as part of your job duties. As the U.S. population ages and American lifespans lengthen, your lifting and patient-moving duties are likely to...
When you suffer an injury or experience a wrongful situation, your first instinct is likely to turn to an attorney for help. But there are many attorneys out there and not all of them have the experience that can yield effective results for your case. According to the...
If you suffer an injury, your first instinct may be to notify your social media followers. After all, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other platforms offer an easy way to communicate with friends, family members and even strangers with just a few clicks. ...
If you have sustained a serious injury in a car crash, animal attack or slip-and-fall accident, you may be in a great deal of pain. You may also be struggling to pay medical bills and everyday expenses. Finding a personal attorney who can help you pursue financial...
Experiencing any type of accident is scary. As your first instinct in an overwhelming situation, you may try to apologize to the others involved. In this act of kindness and politeness, you could actually damage your future personal injury case without even realizing...
