As a construction worker, you already know that your job is one of the most dangerous. People in Connecticut and elsewhere can be injured in any profession, but there are more risks prevalent in the construction industry than in many others. You can reduce the chances...
Workers’ Compensation
Machine guarding regulations for worker safety
Regulations by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration are in place to protect plant employees who work with heavy machinery. Employees in Connecticut and throughout the country may be at risk of injury from machinery that can easily snag clothing and pull...
Three ways to prioritize worker safety at heights
Connecticut worksites in high places can put workers as well as the people below at risk. Dropped objects are the third most frequent cause of worker injuries in the construction industry, according to OSHA. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that there were...
Claiming workers’ compensation as an undocumented immigrant
If you are an immigrant without papers but still engage in work in Connecticut, you may be unsure of the rights that you have. This will be especially true if you become injured on the job. Injuries cost money, and they can also lead to expensive medical bills. It is...