What If I Fail a Drug Test After a Work-Related Accident?
Employees in the state of Illinois who suffer an injury in a work-related accident may be required to take a drug test when determining eligibility for workers’ compensation. If drugs or alcohol are...
View ArticleSocial Media Evidence in Workers’ Compensation Cases
Although used by billions of people around the world, social media is a relatively recent development. Its consequences of how it affects the everyday lives of individuals are appearing in society on a...
View ArticleWorkers’ Compensation on Food Trucks
Employees working in food trucks are at a high risk for injury due to the nature of their job and the environment in which they work. They can potentially suffer burns and cuts, slips on a wet floor,...
View ArticleWork Safety for Teens
As your children enter the workforce, it is important to educate them on what work safety entails. Unfortunately, many workplaces that hire teenagers for seasonal and temporary work do not follow work...
View ArticleWhat Is a Workers’ Comp Scheduled Loss of Use?
Workers’ compensation insurance exists to help us when we’re hurt at work. If you’ve sustained a work-related injury, workers’ compensation will help you pay medical bills and other household costs...
View ArticleI Slipped and Fell at Work, What Should I Do?
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), falls are the third leading cause of death in injury-related accidents at work. For some workers, particularly those in the construction field,...
View ArticleQuestions to Ask a Workers’ Comp Attorney Before Hiring Them
Suffering from a work injury can be devastating. In addition to physical pain and discomfort, a work injury may leave you with lost income and worry about how you will support yourself and your family....
View ArticleHow to Stay Safe While Working on a Step Ladder
Step ladders are frequently used in the workplace. However, even though they are simple to use, they can be dangerous when certain safety precautions are disregarded. Nonetheless, there are a variety...
View ArticleDangers of Combustible Dust Explosions in the Workplace
When you go to work, you expect to come home safely. Sadly, however, dangers in the workplace are more common than you might think. One of these dangers comes from combustible dust explosions in...
View ArticleWays to Avoid Injuries and Stay Safe at Work
Workplace accidents, such as slips and falls and equipment injuries, are common in Chicago and surrounding areas. That’s why employee safety training is important. Employers should make sure employees...
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