Though work-related injuries can happen anywhere, construction sites pose particular hazards that are rarely, if ever, found in other types of workplaces. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 937 of the total 4,836 work-related fatalities that took place in 2015 related to construction specifically. Occupational safety professionals are aware of the dangers and are looking to develop […]
Are dogs the only pets that inflict dangerous bites?
When it comes to injuries that people sustain from animal bites, one of the first things that may come to your mind is a dog bite. It is true that dogs can cause serious and sometimes fatal injuries. However, dogs are not the only pet that can endanger Illinois residents. Cats are also a popular […]
Lawsuits test NYC power over airline HR policy
A major airline has filed a complaint with the federal government claiming New York City has no say over the airline’s management of its crews. The suit may be a response to the city’s own lawsuit a week before, claiming that the airline punishes its employees for using the sick leave they accrue. The city […]
Addressing heat-related illnesses
Illinois summers are known for being quite hot and humid and this year has been no exception to that. For people whose jobs require them to be outside, this can put them at risk of developing a heat-related illness. Most construction workers fall into this category and know firsthand the challenges they experience during the […]
Types of workers’ compensation benefits
If you are employed by a company in Illinois, you should be informed about the various benefits that could help you if you ever become hurt in a job-related accident or develop a medical condition due to the environment in which you must perform your job. These benefits are part of the state’s workers’ compensation […]
Head-on collision kills Shelbyville resident
Driving is often a routine part of one’s daily activities in Chicago. Thus, people technically put their lives on the line every day when they get behind the wheel. Most, however, feel comfortable that their own use of safe driving practices will help them to avoid collisions; they also might assume that others on the […]
Dog bite lawsuit names landlord, maintenance man as defendants
It may be tough to blame a dog for biting someone in Chicago, as the animal is likely only acting upon its natural instincts. For this reason, dog owners are deemed to be responsible when their pets attack others. The basis for most dog bite claims is that an owner should know their animal well enough to […]
5 common worker’s compensation claims for flight crews
When you decided to work in the airline industry as a pilot or flight attendant, you probably thought of the adventure, how you could fly from one place to the next and see the world. You may not have wanted to dwell on how you could be injured or even killed on the job.Yet accidents […]
Cook County sees increase in alcohol, speed fatalities
As vehicle technologies focused on safety continue to advance, people in Illinois might believe that fewer crashes should take place or that the injuries experienced in crashes should be less severe than those experienced in older vehicles without today’s modern safety features. Unfortunately, even the best technology seems to be unable to prevent drivers from […]
How can construction workers stay safe?
While construction workers must be safe and professional on the job site, their employer must also strive to create a safe working environment for all. This entails many steps, which prevent accidents from occurring and ensure workers are trained in how to adequately protect themselves. Accordingly, ConstructConnect.com offers the following tips. Personal protective equipment has multiple uses […]
