When you think about construction accidents, you probably picture falling or involvement in an equipment accident. While these hazards often lead to severe injuries or death, they represent only a few of the dangers Cleveland construction workers face every day. An often-overlooked threat to the health and well-being of construction workers involves exposure to…
Of all the health risks present in a workplace, exposure to toxic substances is perhaps the most insidious. In many cases, workers cannot even see these substances, making it difficult to protect themselves from exposure. Further, unbeknownst to workers, toxic hazards exist in many industries — even those that may seem very safe. Following…
Ohio, like many U.S. states, is taking steps to reduce the growing number of motorcycle accidents. Riders now have the opportunity to protect their lives with the MORE program: Motorcycle Ohio Rider Enhancement. Riding a motorcycle is a high-risk sport, particularly for those who do not realize their actions can cause fatal accidents….
Everyone agrees that workers’ compensation is a wonderful program. The sense of security it brings to Ohio workers is superseded only by the actual benefits of the program. Some of these benefits include medical treatment for work injuries, income replacement and access to prescription medication. All of these benefits come at no cost to…
Facing an injury can come with physical, mental and financial strain. Thankfully, in some cases, there are legal processes in place to aid with such issues. If you suffer a serious injury while visiting a business or property, you may be able to file a claim for negligence. Before filing, there are a few important…
Those injured in motor vehicle accidents already know that some people are bad drivers. An important source of evidence pointing to the dangers of negligent driving comes from the well-respected National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). Each year, the NTSB releases its “most wanted” list of driving safety improvements. As you might expect, several of…
When winter comes, people are excited about beautiful snow-covered landscapes, the holiday season beginning and the opportunity to enjoy all their favorite winter treats. Once the holidays past, the excitement fades and the cold sets in. Winter brings frigid temperatures and massive snowstorms in Ohio, especially during January and February. Construction workers have to…
The construction industry in Cleveland and other Ohio cities is thriving. While this is great for the economy and industry workers, prosperity in any industry often comes with an increase in employee accidents and injuries. The construction field is no exception and is actually one of the most dangerous industries for its workforce. There…
Most Ohio residents would agree that suffering a workplace injury is quite traumatic. Now imagine learning that your workers’ compensation claim has been denied. Experiencing a denial of the benefits you rightfully deserve can make an already troubling situation much worse. Without workers’ comp benefits you will have to pay for your own medical…
Tragic motor vehicle accidents and fatalities occur every day. Most of them happen to vulnerable members of society, such as young children. The drivers of the vehicles are not always irresponsible, reckless or guilty of substance-impaired driving. They are regular drivers who are victims of a phenomenon many people forget. Vehicles have large blind…