Like most other states, Illinois is often a dangerous place to travel. Any number of issues can lead to automobile collisions. A common factor in many fatal motor vehicle accidents is wrong-way driving. In fact, that appears to have been the cause of a recent incident...
Month: June 2019
Fatal head injury proof of inadequate safety training
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has reported that the number of fatalities in the construction industry in 2017 was lower than in previous years, but the number of deaths resulting from falls remains a concern. The agency reported that 366...
Postal employee in another state suffered workplace injuries
Many Illinois postal workers will agree that this government job can sometimes be quite stressful. For some workers, such as those who drive postal vehicles during the normal course of duty, the risk for workplace injuries is high, especially in high-traffic areas or...
Work injuries: McDonald’s workers seek protection from violence
The National Employment Law Project recently reported shocking numbers of violent incidents aimed at McDonald's employees nationwide. An employee of a McDonald's store in Chicago says the company should provide staff training on dealing with aggressive customers. She...