Category Archives: Workplace accident
Planet Fitness Worker Fired After Asking for Workers’ Comp Following Injury
Workers should not be fired or face other retaliation for taking advantage of workers’ compensation benefits after a workplace injury. However, a New Jersey man claims this exact situation happened to him. He was fired after he tore his rotator cuff and told his supervisor he would need workers’ compensation benefits. The incident happened… Read More »
New Jersey Industrial Laundry Workers Face Dangerous Working Conditions
Industrial laundry work may seem routine, but employees at commercial laundry facilities in New Jersey can face serious risks involving heavy machinery, extreme heat, hazardous chemicals and unsafe working conditions. A yearlong investigation found that workers at industrial laundries across the state have suffered severe burns, chemical exposures, electrical shocks, falls, amputations and other… Read More »
Man Killed in NJ Industrial Accident
Machines are often needed in the workplace to perform a variety of duties. However, machines contain many parts, any of which can malfunction at any time. A malfunction can trap a worker, causing serious injuries, amputations, and even fatalities. Sadly, a man was killed in a recent industrial accident in New Jersey. The worker… Read More »
What Happens if a New Jersey Employer Doesn’t Carry Workers’ Compensation Insurance?
Every state has unique workers’ compensation laws that employers need to be aware of in order to protect employees and stay in compliance. New Jersey law requires nearly every employer to carry workers’ compensation insurance or obtain approval to self-insure. Employers that fail to meet this requirement face significant civil and criminal penalties. On… Read More »
2 Injured in Ocean City Electrocution
Many construction sites involve electrical wiring. These wires can be dangerous if ladders or other tools come into contact with them. This happened to be the case in Ocean City. Two workers were electrocuted while on a job at the Jersey Shore on the morning of April 27. The private contractors were rushed to… Read More »
Crossing Guard Killed in Woodland Park Accident
Residents are concerned about an intersection in Woodland Park after two serious accidents happened in two days. One resulted in the death of a beloved crossing guard. Police reopened part of McBride Avenue in Woodland Park on Tuesday after another pedestrian-involved crash shut down the roadway for several hours. The latest incident came just… Read More »
Home Depot Worker Killed in Delivery Truck Accident
Nobody wants to be injured or killed while at work, but sometimes accidents happen. Unfortunately, these accidents can be serious and even deadly. A man was recently killed in a workplace accident at a New Jersey Home Depot. The 38-year-old employee was hit by a delivery truck. The fatal crash happened on the morning… Read More »
Firefighter Killed After Falling Through Icy River
Firefighters are often seen as the ultimate heroes. They risk their lives every day to help those in emergency situations. But unfortunately, one of the sad realities of life is that anyone can suffer an emergency at any time, and sometimes emergency workers are the ones who need help. Sadly, this is what happened… Read More »
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 »
