Industries that use heavy machinery and equipment, like manufacturing, construction, agriculture, and warehousing, are some of the most dangerous industries. Every year, thousands of workers are seriously injured and even killed while working these jobs. And one type of machinery in particular that leads to dangerous workplace accidents and injuries in the these industries is the […]
Most people are aware of what happens with general car accidents. But what happens when a bus driver crashes and causes an accident? Though bus accidents aren’t often discussed, they happen more often than you think, especially during the school year. But bus accidents don’t just happen with school buses, they can include metro buses, […]
Millions of workers are injured on the job every year in the United States. In 2021, 1,062,700 nonfatal injuries resulted in industry workers missing at least one day of work while recovering from their injuries. Many of these injuries often require multiple days and even weeks off of work, depending on the severity. For this […]
Every year, thousands of workers are injured on the job. In 2021 alone, private industry employers reported over 2 million workplace injuries and illnesses. However, of all the industries, the construction industry is among the worst when it comes to the number of injuries reported. According to OSHA, of all fatal occupational injuries reported, almost […]
When you are injured at work, you are entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits, which can include coverage for medical expenses and lost wages while you are recovering from your injury. However, the workers’ compensation claims process can be confusing if you don’t understand how it works. Below, we’ll review the most important steps to […]
Practicing safe driving involves giving 100% of your focus to the task at hand. Safe drivers avoid distractions, never drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and also know the importance of leaving an appropriate distance between vehicles when traveling on the road. Drivers acting aggressively or being careless may follow too closely […]
After you’ve been in a car accident in Kentucky, there are many things you will need to do to ensure your personal injury claim goes as smoothly as possible. You will need to make sure a police report is filed for the accident, you will need to file the claim with your insurance company, and […]
Kentucky has strict dog bite laws concerning liability, which primarily favor the victim. If your dog bites another animal or another person, you will most likely be held liable, which means you will be responsible for paying for the damages suffered by the injured party. However, in some cases, your homeowners insurance may cover these […]
Car accidents are some of the most common causes of whiplash, specifically rear-end collisions. Though these injuries are often considered minor, in reality, they can result in severe pain and even long-term complications if not treated properly. As such, it is crucial that whiplash car accident settlements provide victims with the compensation they need and […]
What you’ll learn from this article: Back injuries are some of the most common health challenges people face after car accidents. You might have a back injury that’s so severe it needs emergency surgery or you might experience radiating pain that slowly develops in the days or weeks after the accident. During this challenging time, […]
