An electrician working on the popular home renovation show, Home Town, suffered a terrible fall from a ladder weeks ago and now faces a long recovery due to the severe injuries he sustained. While many in the home audience rarely think about the risks associated with using ladders to complete a home project or perform… Read More »
Tree Trimming Wood Chipper Injuries
Following the derecho storm that tore through Iowa, tree crews are working continuously to pick up downed branches residents have left at the curb and trim broken limbs from damage trees. Much of the work involves using a chipper machine to cut tree limbs into small chips, which can be dangerous if precautions are not… Read More »
4 Steps to Take Following an Iowa Work Injury
If you are injured at work, it is important to take the necessary steps to ensure you are covered under Iowa workers’ compensation: Immediately following a work accident, report the incident to your supervisor regardless of whether you think you need prompt medical attention “in the moment.” Sometimes, an injury that seems like nothing,… Read More »
Work Injuries and Fatalities Among Sanitation Workers
Des Moines Personal Injury, Wrongful Death Attorneys Helping Injured Workers When most people think of dangerous occupations, they often think of policemen, firefighters, electrical linemen, or construction workers. Sanitation or recycling work usually doesn’t come to mind as a dangerous occupation at first glance. However, according to the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics 2013 report,… Read More »
