OSHA recently cited an Illinois construction company after an employee was seriously injured in a trench collapse accident. The employee was buried up to his waste after an unprotected trench collapsed as he was working on a residential storm sewer deeper than 5 feet. Despite being highly preventable, trench and excavation collapse accidents occur with… Read More »
Common Questions Regarding Iowa Workers’ Compensation
What types of injures are covered by workers compensation in Iowa? Any injury or condition caused by work activities other than the normal building up or tearing down of body tissues are compensable as are preexisting conditions where work aggravates or worsens them. Injuries resulting from work related slips trips and falls, struck by or… Read More »
Workers’ Comp for Injuries at Work-Sponsored Events
Workers’ Comp and Company Events — Will You Be Covered if Injured? Companies with an eye on improving productivity, collaboration and retention often sponsor company events to bring their staff together to strengthen their connection to each other and the company. The activities can range from hard-hitting paintball outings to screaming around go-cart tracks, all… Read More »
Workplace Injuries Happen Every 7 Seconds
According to the National Safety Council, an American worker is injured every seven seconds, 12,900 workers per day and 4.7 million a year. More than a quarter of these injuries occur in the first year of employment and workers between the ages of 18 – 34 tend to have a higher rate of accidents whereas… Read More »
Employee or Independent Contractor – What Difference Does it Make?
Federal and state regulators are cracking down on employers who misclassify employees as contractors or freelancers. So really, what is the the difference between the two? When it comes to being an independent contractor, many will tell you they enjoy a flexible schedule, the opportunity to build a brand around their work, and the ability… Read More »
