Construction company owners and their employees in Florida sometimes become complacent about fall protection when workers move about on roofs. A fatal fall from a roof in another state underscores the importance of compliance with prescribed safety standards. The...
Injuries
Big rig drivers face work-related hazards on and off the road
According to the American Trucking Association, the number of commercial truck operators nationwide exceeds 3.5 million. Many of them are based in Florida but haul cargo all over the country. Along with road accident risks, they face an endless list of work-related...
An open fracture will affect your life for some time
Shock and adrenalin are the body’s natural defense mechanisms. The problem is they may not let you know how seriously injured you really are for hours. If you realized just how injured you were in those first minutes after a crash, it may only heighten your fear,...
Recovery from a traumatic amputation is a team effort
During the few seconds it takes for a car accident to occur, you will hear the crunch of metal, smell the fluids that make a vehicle run, and probably feel confused and completely out of control. By the time your vehicle comes to a stop, you finally get the chance to...
What if I’m in a car accident on the job? Do I have a car accident claim?
Each day, thousands of people spend part or all of their work day behind the wheel. Whether your job requires you to drive all day or just occasionally, you're at greater risk of an accident. In the security of a workspace, there are rules and guidelines to prevent...