Category Archives: Workplace accident
AI’s Growing Role in Workplace Safety
Workplace safety concerns have been growing in recent years, and now many employers are turning to a new technology to help them keep workplaces safe: artificial intelligence. Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used to transform how companies and safety professionals manage hazards on the job. Across industries from manufacturing to construction, AI is… Read More »
Man Killed After Fall in Vat at New Jersey Chemical Plant
Workplace accidents can be fatal, especially when chemicals are involved. Sadly, a man was killed after he fell into a vat at a chemical plant. The 71-year-old Woodbridge man died after falling into a large vat of mineral oil at a New Jersey chemical plant. The fatal incident occurred on the afternoon of January… Read More »
Man Injured in Forklift Accident at Old Dominion Freight Line
Forklifts and other machines are often used in warehouses and freight facilities to haul heavy materials. While these machines make tasks easier, they need to be used properly. One wrong move while using a forklift can lead to a serious accident. A man was recently injured in a workplace accident at the Old Dominion… Read More »
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 »
