Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Tragic Lumberyard Workplace Accident Claims Life Of 31-Year-Old Father
The lumber industry is important throughout Mississippi the United States, and provides many jobs for Mississippians and American workers. In fact, according to a report by Mississippi University Extension, the timber industry, including several important lumber products grown and sourced in Mississippi, contributes to 8.3% of all jobs in the state. The forest products… Read More »
Louisiana’s Lake Pontchartrain Causeway Ranked One Of The 8 Most Dangerous Roads In America
America’s highways are famous for the freedom they bring travelers all over the country. Stretching from state to state, America’s roads and highways span as far as the eye can see, enabling those who traverse them to road trip, commute, and transport necessary goods all over the United States. However, unfortunately, as freeing as… Read More »
Horrific And Fatal Forklift Accident Leaves Teen Dead Underscoring The Danger Of Working With Forklifts And Heavy Machines
It is easy to get lulled into a sense of safety and security in our jobs. Repetitive work, years of working the same job, and experience with the same tools can make even the most dangerous workplaces – such as construction sites, lumber yards, truck loading docks, and other hazardous sites – seem like… Read More »
The Dangers Of New Orleans’ Most Common Job
It is not too far-fetched to imagine that every day most people in Louisiana and throughout the United States interact with a cashier at some point. Whether at the gas station, grocery store, retail chain, or restaurant, cashiers are an important part of our everyday lives, and our economic system. We ask cashiers for… Read More »
You’re Getting Very Sleepy – The Dangers Of Fatigue In The Workplace
We all get tired. Sometimes it happens from a restless night, other times from a fun night out enjoying evening festivities with friends into the wee hours. Sometimes we can simply cure our daily fatigue with a cup of coffee, a quick walk or run, or a catnap in the middle of the day…. Read More »
84-Year-Old Louisiana Mayor Killed In Tragic Car Accident
Car accidents happen far too often in Louisiana and throughout the United States. When we hear about a car accident on the news or read about one in the newspaper, we are often at first saddened by the heart-wrenching tragedy, then relieved that it wasn’t a loved one or someone that we know. We… Read More »
Mississippi Auto Accident That Turned Violent Highlights What To Do When A Car Accident Turns Into A Crime
When a person is involved in a car accident, it is almost always a pretty scary time. Even a fender bender can cause some injury, and even if injuries are only scratches, bruises, and minor cuts, a car accident is sure to leave a person shaken, no matter who they are. However, a car… Read More »
Miles Meek V. Cheyenne Steel, Inc.: The Impacts Of Marijuana On Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Claims
It is widely known in the United States that many states have either legalized recreational or medical use of marijuana, or have decriminalized its use. However, there are still some states in which marijuana possession is still at least a misdemeanor crime, and use for medical or recreational reasons is certainly not normalized. Idaho,… Read More »
Belmont Mattress Factory Worker Dead After Horrific Workplace Accident
There is no doubt that some jobs are very dangerous. When a workplace includes hazards such as large and heavy machinery, a fast-paced atmosphere, repetitive moments, slippery floors, heights, or extremely high or low temperatures, the chances for a worker to get seriously injured increases dramatically. Still, when a worker goes to work, they… Read More »
IME, SMO, OWCA: Three Handy Acronyms In The Independent Medical Examination Stage Of Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Claims
Unfortunately, workplace accidents occur every day throughout Louisiana, rendering hard-working Louisiana workers unable to earn a livelihood. Fortunately, like other states, most Louisiana workers are protected when a workplace accident occurs under state workers’ compensation laws. Under Louisiana workers’ compensation laws, most workers who have been injured on the job and who are unable… Read More »