Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Why Do Falls Happen at Construction Sites?
Construction workers are often at risk of falling and suffering severe or fatal injuries. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than one-third of the deaths in the construction industry occur due to trips, slips, and falls. While some slip, trip, and fall accidents at construction sites are unpreventable, many of these accidents… Read More »
Ways To Prevent Repetitive Stress Injuries
A repetitive stress injury (RSI) occurs when repetitive motions start to damage muscles, nerves, and tendons. A repetitive stress injury is also called a repetitive strain injury. It can also be referred to as an overexertion injury, although an overexertion injury can occur even with one sudden movement. Unfortunately, repetitive stress injuries are quite… Read More »
How Do Head Injuries Happen at Construction Sites?
Every industry has its share of risks and hazards. However, some workplaces are riskier than others. One of the high-risk industries is the construction industry, with one of the most common injuries you can sustain at a construction site being a head injury. The consequences can be devastating when a head injury occurs at… Read More »
Debunking Common Workers’ Compensation Myths (Part 2)
In Illinois, workers’ compensation protects employees who suffer injuries or develop illnesses while on the job. After an employee sustains a work injury or develops an occupational illness, they can file a workers’ compensation claim and recover benefits. Although the workers’ compensation system has been around for a long time, employees often have some… Read More »
Most Common Dangers Faced by Warehouse Workers
Warehousing is a large industry in the United States of America. Warehouse work keeps supply chains running. However, working in a warehouse can be very risky. Every day, warehouse workers face serious risks while working. Each day, warehouse workers suffer serious injuries while on the job, with some suffering fatal injuries. If you are… Read More »
8 Common Types Of Construction Accidents
Construction work is one of the most dangerous jobs. According to research, approximately 60,000 fatal accidents happen yearly on construction sites worldwide. That is one fatal accident occurring every ten minutes. If you suffer injuries while working at a construction site in Illinois, it is important for you to know that you may be… Read More »
Some Do’s And Don’ts Of Ladder Safety
If you work in the construction industry, chances are you see and use ladders daily. Unfortunately, people do not realize how dangerous ladders can be. Ladder accidents are quite common in the United States of America. And unfortunately, a ladder accident can result in severe injuries and even death. According to the Bureau of… Read More »
Mistakes To Avoid During Your Workers’ Compensation Trial
Illinois employers carry workers’ compensation insurance, which is a type of insurance that provides no-fault benefits to employees who suffer injuries or illnesses on the job. You may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits if you have suffered a workplace injury or disease in Illinois. After filing your workers’ compensation claim, you may need… Read More »
Responsibilities of Your Employer After You Suffer a Work-related Injury or Illness
According to the law, Illinois employers have several responsibilities after an employee suffers a work-related injury or illness. These responsibilities include providing appropriate and necessary first aid and medical services, maintaining records of the work injury or sickness, reporting the injury or sickness to the workers’ compensation insurance carrier, responding promptly to requests for… Read More »
Tips On How To Prepare For Your Workers’ Compensation Appeal
If your Illinois workers’ compensation claim was denied, you should not panic. You may have a chance to appeal your case and recover the compensation you deserve. Below, we outline the Illinois workers’ compensation appeal process and share some helpful tips on preparing for an appeal. The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Appeal Process If you… Read More »