Aug 21, 2014 | WC & Other Laws
Those who work as drivers are often at risk of being injured while on their job. Vehicular accidents are common and most of the injuries associated with vehicles are life-changing. One of the severe injuries that a person involved in a motor vehicle accident can...
Aug 21, 2014 | WC & Other Laws
Electric company employees in Fort Collins were rushed to the hospital after an electric flash. The accident occurred when equipment failed while electrical company employees worked to restore power. The extent of the injuries remains unknown. On-the-job injuries...
Aug 21, 2014 | WC & Other Laws
Over the past years, the use of temporary workers has become prevalent for various reasons, including evading the law. Non-permanent employees are used for cost-cutting purposes since they are not entitled to vacation and sick leave benefits. When there is increased...
Aug 21, 2014 | WC & Other Laws
If you are a firefighter and you were diagnosed with cancers of the brain, skin, digestive system, hematological systems, or genito-urinary system, your condition may be legally presumed to be work-related. According to the Cancer Council, about 5,000 people are...
Aug 21, 2014 | WC & Other Laws
Most people understand that if they get injured at work, then they should be covered under workers’ compensation. Workers’ Compensation provides medical care, lost wages, and other benefits to compensate employees who sustain injuries on the job. The...
Aug 21, 2014 | WC & Other Laws
W. C. Striegel, Inc. may have violated safety standards by allowing its workers to be exposed to benzene and other hazardous substances. This is in connection with the company’s efforts to clean up natural gas liquids in a pipeline near Parachute, Colorado. The...
