Although the pandemic pushed a booming economy into a recession, closing many businesses and putting people out of work at least temporarily, residential home and roadway construction has exploded leading to more jobs than anyone thought possible. Construction Workers Face the Greatest Risks in the Workplace While the Iowa construction boom is good news for… Read More »
Construction Workers Risk of Asbestos Caused Mesothelioma
Over a million construction workers are currently exposed to asbestos that can lead to conditions including asbestosis, where small fibers cause scarring in the lungs making it increasingly difficult to breath. Asbestos exposure can also result in the disease of malignant mesothelioma, a cancer that develops in the lining of the lungs, heart, and abdomen… Read More »
The Difference Between Workers’ Compensation and Third Party Claims
With construction ramping up across Iowa this spring, workers are reminded to take precautions when working at construction sites to avoid injury. Construction workers are at higher risk for falls when working from heights such as rooftops or ladders. Because construction sites have a lot of moving parts such as machinery or vehicles, they are… Read More »
Third Party Claim From Work Injury
If you are injured at work, your employer is immune from lawsuits under workers’ compensation; however, you may bring an action against anyone other than your employer in a third party claim. Examples include: If you slip or fall at a customer’s premise while performing your duties. If you are injured as a result of a… Read More »
Snow Removal Accidents Pose Risk to Workers
With the winter weather finally descending on central Iowa, all workers charged with snow removal should be aware of and prepare for potential hazards involved with this winter work. Hazards of snow removal can pose a real threat to snow removal workers, after all. There are annual incidences of vehicle strikes; eye injuries or amputations… Read More »
