Tag Archives: workplace accident
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One of the most significant dangers construction workers face is the risk associated with trenching and excavation work. Trench and excavation injuries can have severe, long-term consequences. Here’s what you should know about these types of injuries and your legal rights. Understanding trench and excavation hazards Trenching and excavation involve digging and creating cavities in… Read More »
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Construction sites are known for their inherent risks and hazards. If a construction worker is injured in an on-the-job accident, they may wonder whether they can sue their employer for compensation—beyond workers’ compensation. Understanding workers’ compensation Workers’ compensation is a system designed to provide financial and medical benefits to employees who suffer injuries or illnesses… Read More »
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One person died from injuries sustained in a workplace accident in Bradenton. The accident occurred on the evening of Tuesday, July 5 at WastePro in Bradenton, Investigators say the employee who was killed, Leroy Firestone, was standing on a ladder doing maintenance work on the hydraulic system of a garbage truck. While he was doing… Read More »