What to know about workplace injuries
Although Illinois employers are required to take reasonable steps to keep you safe while on the job, there is no guarantee that you won't get hurt at work. Sprains, cuts and broken bones are among the most common types of injuries that you are likely to sustain while...
What common hazards are there in a lab?
Working in a laboratory could bring many surprises thanks to the scientific discoveries that occur. However, not all surprises are welcome ones. Laboratories come with dangers, and those working in a lab may fall victim to an accident. Scientists and other workers who...
What is the ‘exclusive remedy’ in Illinois work injury cases?
If you’ve been hurt at work, you may be wondering what your legal options are. If your employer has workers’ compensation insurance, your options are likely limited to filing a workers’ compensation claim. In this post, we’ll talk about why workers’ comp is considered...
7 tips for ladder safety in the workplace
Workers in countless occupations rely on portable ladders to perform job tasks on nearly every shift. From construction workers and house painters to electricians and factory workers, portable ladders are a mainstay in numerous types of task completion. Unfortunately,...
What Are The Biggest Hazards In Your Workplace?
Employees deserve to feel safe while working, regardless of the type of job they’re doing. Unfortunately, every job comes with a certain level of risk, no matter what it is. Understanding and being aware of common potential risks can help you protect yourself at work....
The overlooked dangers of chemical exposure and skin
When people talk about exposure to toxic chemicals in the workplace, they are often referring to respiratory risks. Inhaling a dangerous substance is certainly a scary possibility. But these conversations tend to overlook another substantial point of exposure: the...
Needle sticks can put healthcare workers at risk
Hospitals and other healthcare facilities can be dangerous places to work. You never know what types of hazards you may encounter during your shift. Violent patients and family members, exposure to blood and other bodily fluids, lifting heavy patients, and having to...
Injured railroad workers may face a hard path to compensation
People who work for railroad companies across the nation have just as much of a right to a safe workplace as other workers. When a railroad employee suffers an injury at work, they aren't covered under workers' compensation for their medical care and other damages....
Heat can cause considerable issues for many workers
Working in a hot environment isn't for everyone. Those who are able to work in these conditions have likely built up a tolerance for the heat. It is imperative that companies that employ workers who will have to withstand these temperatures ensure their employees have...
Common accidents that occur in workplaces
Workers deserve to have a safe space to work. While it is impossible for employers to remove every danger their employees will face, they can set protocol and work toward improving the safety of every worker. There are some accidents that are more common than others....
