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Workers’ Compensation for Injured Police Officers in Tampa
According to the National Police Foundation, law enforcement officers are about three times more likely to suffer injuries than average workers. This makes sense, as police officers risk their lives every day to keep the community safe. As a result, police officers may file workers’ compensation claims at a much higher rate compared to… Read More »
Polk County Worker Dies During Milton Cleanup
Serious storms may cause destruction, but they also bring together the entire community. After Milton, workers and average residents came together and assisted with cleanup efforts. Unfortunately, hurricane cleanup is not always safe – and many hazards still remain after storms pass. This was made clear after a Polk County worker lost his life… Read More »
Numerous Worker Injuries Reported in the Tampa Area
Within the space of just a few days, numerous workplace accidents were reported in the Tampa area. These incidents illustrate just how dangerous it has become to earn a living in Florida. Some of these accidents were fatal, while others led to life-altering injuries. Perhaps most notably, these accidents occurred across many industries –… Read More »
Construction Worker Dies at Tampa International Airport
Airport workers face hazards that few people fully appreciate. The extent of these hazards was made clear by a recent fatal accident at the Tampa International Airport, with one employee losing their life. What can you do if your loved one passes away in an airport accident in Tampa? Should you file a workers’… Read More »
Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim for Electrocution in Tampa
Electrocution is a constant hazard for many workers throughout Tampa. If an electrocution accident has harmed you or someone you love, you might be considering a workers’ compensation claim. But can this legal course of action really provide you with the compensation you need for medical expenses and missed wages? What if you lost… Read More »
Can You File for Workers’ Compensation for Psychological Injuries After Robberies?
According to various statistics, armed criminals pose serious threats to retail workers in Florida. Many of these workers lose their lives during robberies, while others have suffered serious injuries. If you have experienced one of these incidents firsthand, you probably know that they can cause both physical and psychological injuries. Can you file a… Read More »
Can You File a Workers’ Compensation Claim as a Trucker in Tampa?
Truckers play a vital role in our economy, and they expose themselves to serious hazards while transporting various goods across the country. These dangers include auto accidents, repetitive strain injuries, and even violent attacks from robbers. If you were injured while truck driving in Tampa, you may need compensation for your various medical expenses… Read More »
Tampa Worker Killed by Auger
Augers help Tampa construction workers bore holes into the ground, and this type of heavy machinery is common in fields like plumbing, landscaping, and utilities. Most major projects today require augers to establish concrete foundations deep in the earth. Without augers, many infrastructure projects would be impossible. But while augers are crucial in modern… Read More »
Most Dangerous Workplace Machinery in Tampa
The industrial revolution took people out of the fields and brought them into factories. Although this helped grow cities and form our modern society, it also exposed millions of workers to new, heightened hazards. To this day, workers in Tampa continue to face serious danger from all kinds of machinery. These machines can crush,… Read More »
Invisible Threats at Tampa Workplaces
Some of the most dangerous hazards at Tampa workplaces are completely invisible. If workers can’t see these dangers, they may struggle to avoid injuries – or even death. Subtle concerns may go completely unnoticed by workers, safety supervisors, and inspectors. The most effective way to avoid these dangers is to become aware of them…. Read More »