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Burn injuries range from superficial to severe, and the risk of chronic illness or death increases as the surface area of a burn increases. The most common burn causes include flames, scalds, electricity and chemical agents. The American Burn Association categorizes...
Truck drivers face numerous risks driving large and heavy vehicles thousands of miles over long distances. As one of the nation's top ten most dangerous occupations, truck driving is responsible for a significant percentage of work-related fatal and non-fatal injuries...
Accidents with tractor-trailers can lead to serious injuries because of their large size and weight. In fact, approximately 130,000 people sustain injuries resulting from trucking accidents annually. Here are some of the reasons these wrecks occur. 1. Unrealistic...
If you suffered an injury during the course of completing your job, you may feel uncertain as to whether or not your ailment qualifies for workers' compensation. Each state has its own laws related to workers' comp. In Illinois, many employers must carry workers'...
Single-vehicle accidents accounted for 53% of fatal crashes in 2019, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. High speeds are often a factor in the severity of injuries that occur because of single-vehicle crashes. Can you receive compensation for...
Public pools are a great source of recreation, exercise and relief from summertime heat. However, unsafe or unsanitary conditions at swimming pools can cause illness and injury. When are public pools responsible for injuries to people at their facilities? Causes of...
Knowing whether you are the victim of medical malpractice is not always cut and dry. You may feel that you received subpar treatment when in fact the level of care provided was in alignment with medical industry standards. In order to have a chance for a successful...
If you work construction or in a factory, chances are your employer provided safety training to you before you officially began working in your current position. However, once you are actually on the job, it becomes easy to let down your defenses and ignore the...
There is always a risk that when you go to work, you will sustain injuries. Workplace accidents can result in disability and other medical problems, and they are common across many industries. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020, 2.7 nonfatal...
Any job can prove dangerous, but some rise above others in terms of accidents and deaths. According to Business Insider, the top five deadliest jobs in the United States are: 5. Aircraft pilots and flight engineers The risk of a crash is a constant source of danger...
