Last year was the deadliest year for workers in this this country since 2007. There were over 5,300 deaths from workplace accidents in 2019 according to recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Steady increase An American worker was killed every 99...
Common types of construction accidents
This blog recently discussed how employers can help keep construction workers safe. It is helpful for construction workers to be familiar with the different types of construction injuries they may suffer on a construction site and the protections and resources...
How can employers keep construction sites safe for workers?
Even though the weather is turning colder in Massachusetts, Worcester residents may still construction projects all around them, whether it is roadwork, the erection of a home or the renovation of a building. However, construction work is dangerous work. The following...
Appeals Court says worker can file suit after work-related injury
Workers who are injured on the job in Massachusetts will be worried about the future. In addition to missed time on the job, there may be medical expenses and long-term damage. For many, the law could be a hindrance that needs to be addressed. Such was the case for a...
Common causes of construction accidents
Construction accidents can be particularly devastating for construction workers who should know where to turn if they are injured in a construction accident. Different protections are available to construction workers who are injured on the job that injured workers...
5 common causes of workplace deaths in Massachusetts
From the contractors that maintain our roads to the health care workers that guide us toward recovery, Worcester runs on its diverse workforce. Unfortunately, the workplace is not always as safe a place as workers want it to be. According to the state’s most recent...
Dog bite attacks can leave scars, financial woes in their wake
Most people like animals, and a substantial number of people in the state of Massachusetts own and provide for a companion animal. In many cases, that animal is a dog. The vast majority of companion animals and pets are loving, gentle beings that enhance the life of...
Keep your children safe: Tips for choosing safe toys and gifts
When choosing a gift for your child, keep in mind that not all toys are meant for all children. In the U.S. alone last year there were over 250,000 toy-related injuries requiring emergency room visits. Almost half of those were injuries to the head and face and more...
Rampant OSHA Violations Alleged at Massachusetts Factory
Last month, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) charged Massachusetts manufacturer Spincraft, Inc. with 38 safety violations, causing the company to face $175,500 in fines.The investigation was spurred after a worker...
