Residents of Missouri may be interested in an industrial accident in a neighboring state that resulted in the death of a worker. Consumers are constantly warned about the dangers posed by fireworks, but the devastation caused when a storage unit packed with fireworks...
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2 Companies fined for injuries in separate construction accidents
The owners of construction companies in Missouri have an immense responsibility to ensuring the safety of their workers. Due to the many different potential hazards present on construction sites, every aspect must be covered in regular safety training, and workers...
Road construction accident claims life of worker collecting cones
Road safety authorities have urged motorists on many occasions to take extra care when they approach road construction zones. However, there are almost daily reports of accidents that occur where workers are busy improving the roads. Although most workers are likely...
Work accident after worker fails to understand English training
Company owners in Missouri have a duty to provide their workers with sufficient training to enable them to complete the tasks they are expected to do. In addition, workers should receive training in the safe operation of any equipment they will be required to operate....
Kellogg’s worker dies after ladder-fall injuries in work accident
Missouri workers may know that ladder-falls make up a large percentage of injuries and fatalities in workplace accidents. Business owners are responsible for the safety of all their workers and are required to abide by the safety regulations that are prescribed by the...
Bridge construction accident claims lives of 2 workers
Missouri construction workers and their families are likely concerned about the potential dangers associated with their chosen occupation. Considering that statistics show that there were 4,628 work-related fatalities in the United States in 2012, their concern would...
Court awards victim of work accident with handicap accessible van
When Missouri workers whose jobs involve heavy motorized equipment are involved in workplace accidents, the resulting injuries can be severe and life-changing. Such accidents can happen in the blink of an eye, and if proper safety regulations are not observed at all...
Crane accident claims the life of 16-year-old worker in Missouri
When Missouri students find holiday employment with construction companies, they may not be fully informed about the potential dangers the job may pose. While regular workers may be aware of the required safety procedures, inexperienced student workers’ lives may be...
Worker suffers spine injury after 13-foot fall into trench
In a recent investigation by OSHA, the owners of a Missouri construction company were found to have allegedly endangered the lives of construction workers in their employ. Employers are obliged to maintain strict safety regulations as prescribed by OSHA. This includes...
Missouri teen dies in crane accident
A seemingly routine day at work turned into a deadly tragedy. A 16-year-old employee at a construction job site was tragically killed at work. The Missouri teen was reportedly involved in a crane accident after he was hit by a crane. Authorities do not plan on...
