Category Archives: Forklift Accidents
Can You Get Carbon Monoxide Poisoning at Work?
Workers have a right to safe working conditions that do not pose a threat to their health. This includes exposure to carbon monoxide (CO). Unfortunately, carbon monoxide is a serious concern in many workplace environments. Every year, over 400 people die from accidental CO poisoning, which could have been prevented. Carbon monoxide is an… Read More »
Here’s What You Need to Know About Shipyard Injuries in Mississippi
Let’s face it, the law can get complicated, especially when you are trying to receive compensation for injuries you sustained while performing work duties. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for companies to do their best to avoid taking responsibility for these injuries so that they don’t have to pay for your medical treatment and… Read More »
Amazon Workers Have High Warehouse Injury Rate
Just this past year, Amazon announced its expansion in the state of Louisiana, with new centers being built in Baton Rouge and Shreveport. The company is looking to hire thousands of new workers, with wages starting between $18–$22 an hour. However, though new warehouse jobs are generally good for the economy, they are not… Read More »
Forklift Accidents: Common Causes and Injuries
Though commonly used in many industries and workplaces, forklifts are dangerous pieces of machinery. Both the heavy materials and items that they carry and transport can be a hazard, as well as the vehicle itself. In 2019, 79 workplace fatalities and over 8,000 injuries were reported involving forklifts. Unfortunately, despite their dangerous nature, forklifts… Read More »