Blog: Workplace Accident

Starting a new job can be stressful, as new employees might worry about learning the ropes and impressing their bosses. Getting injured might not be in the forefront of their minds, but it is certainly something to think about. Several studies have shown that new workers are at higher risk of injuries during their first […]

Summer is an enjoyable time for many people. Warm weather brings more outdoor activities. Barbeques, swimming, and nighttime gatherings with friends all help to create an atmosphere of fun and relaxation. Nevertheless, people still have to work. Regarding summertime jobs, the possibility of suffering an injury at the workplace is higher than most people think. […]

While it might be fascinating to watch a large building being demolished, the workers on these job sites put themselves at considerable risk. They work at heights, in high temperatures, lift heavy equipment, and can be struck by falling debris. In 2020, 78 workers lost their lives in demolition accidents, according to the U.S. Bureau […]

Workplace injuries occur when an accident injures one or more workers to the extent that they require medical treatment. New Jersey law requires employers to carry Workers’ Compensation insurance to cover the costs of injuries workers might suffer while on the job. Workers’ Compensation covers the cost of medical treatment and other damages that the […]

Loading docks are dangerous places to work. Warehouses, industrial buildings, retail businesses, and factories all use loading docks to load and unload cargo on tractor-trailers for transportation. Loading docks are typically congested areas with machinery, equipment, heavy loads, and workers constantly moving about, creating an environment where serious workplace injuries can occur. According to the […]

Back injuries are one of the most common types of workplace injuries. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), over 38 percent of all work-related musculoskeletal disorders involve injuries to the back and spine. Back and spinal trauma during a workplace accident can result in serious injuries, including paralysis, chronic pain, and nerve damage, […]

Head injuries are one of the most serious and life-threatening workplace injuries. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 10 percent of all workplace injuries in the United States each year are head injuries, resulting in concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI). Any kind of head injury can result in lasting conditions affecting one’s […]

When an employee is injured on the job, Workers’ Compensation benefits cover the costs associated with the injury, including medical bills, lost wages, and disability benefits if the injury prevents the employee from being able to return to work for an extended period of time or permanently. If the injury is fatal, Workers’ Compensation provides […]

Falls from ladders are among the most common types of workplace accidents and can result in very serious injuries. Construction workers are particularly vulnerable to falls from ladders because they use this piece of equipment so frequently. Unfortunately, if a construction worker or any other employee suffers a serious injury after falling from a ladder, […]

Construction workers are exposed to a wide range of hazards, from being struck by falling objects, scaffolding accidents, electrical hazards, to collapsing trenches. All of these workplace accidents can cause serious, even fatal injuries, particularly if the necessary safety protocols were not in place. Depending on the type of work that you are doing, the […]