Category Archives: Workplace accident
Cable Installer Injured in NJ Fall
Job sites can be dangerous, especially when ladders are involved. One wrong move can lead to a nasty fall. This recently happened in New Jersey. A man was injured while working in Ridgewood. Emergency workers responded to the incident, which happened on the afternoon of September 18. The 46-year-old man, a cable installer, fell… Read More »
Filing a Workers’ Comp Claim When You Live and Work in Different States
Workers’ compensation laws may seem easy to understand at first, but you have to understand that the laws vary by state. Employees typically must file workers’ compensation claims in the state where they perform their work. But what happens when someone splits time between home and occasional work in another state? That was the… Read More »
Lifeguard Back at Work After Freak NJ Beach Accident
Working on a beach may be a dream come true for those who love water, but being a lifeguard is not as glamorous as the TV show “Baywatch” makes it seem. For an 18-year-old woman, a typical day at work at a New Jersey beach turned into a horror movie when she was impaled… Read More »
Link Between Daylight Saving Time and Workplace Injuries
On March 9, we “sprang forward,” pushing our clocks up another hour for daylight saving time. A lot of people hate losing an hour, as it messes up their internal biological clock. The hour of lost sleep is more significant than many people realize. It can affect your body in many ways. The loss… Read More »
Managing Costs and Outcomes for Workplace Accidents
Workers’ compensation can be a complex topic. While it’s in place to protect workers injured in workplace accidents, it’s not perfect. There are so many elements involved and it’s important that companies and injured employees know what to expect. When compared to other states, New Jersey’s workers’ compensation medical costs are higher than average…. Read More »
U.S. Sees Drop in Respiratory Illnesses for 2023
In 2020, the COVID pandemic caused a lot of drama in the United States. People were getting sick and dying at high rates. People were coming to work sick, spreading their illnesses to co-workers and customers. The good news is that things are turning around. According to data recently released by the Bureau of… Read More »
Most Common Workplace Accidents Also Most Costly
When it comes to workplace injuries and claim costs, it may or may not be surprising to know that the most common workplace accidents account for the majority of claim costs. This is according to Travelers’ 2024 Injury Impact Report. The report analyzed more than 1.2 million workers’ compensation claims that were filed between… Read More »
New Jersey Near Top of the List for Workplace Safety
Many people enjoy living in New Jersey. For those who work there, they may be happy to know that the state ranks high for worker safety. Protex Ai, a safety company, compiled a list of the most dangerous states for workers based on their level of safety in terms of work environment. According to… Read More »
A Look at Workplace Accident Claims
If you are an employee or employer in a dangerous industry, it’s a good idea to understand the trends with workplace accidents and how you can avoid accidents and injuries. Workplace injuries can result in long-term pain and other effects. By understanding where the risks were in the past, businesses can better identify what… Read More »
Man Killed in Tree Chipping Accident
Many jobs involve running machinery. While these machines are necessary to get work done efficiently, they need to be operated safely. Unfortunately, a man was killed in a workplace accident at a cemetery in New Jersey. The 22-year-old man died from injuries sustained during a tree-chipping equipment accident in Flemington Borough on the evening… Read More »
