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A backhoe swing radius accident happens when a rotating excavator or backhoe strikes, crushes, or pins a worker standing inside the machine’s turning path. These incidents remain one of the most preventable and most serious causes of struck-by injuries on Illinois job sites.  The danger comes from factors such as an operator’s blind spots, the…

Cement burns from wet concrete can worsen hours after exposure because the highly alkaline material may continue damaging the skin even when there is little or no pain at first. A construction worker may kneel, walk, or work in wet concrete for hours without realizing the extent of the injury, then develop increasing redness, swelling,…

Workers may experience pesticide exposure symptoms at work in the form of nausea, breathing trouble, skin irritation, or more serious long-term illness.  Illinois law allows exposed workers to pursue workers’ compensation benefits and a third-party injury claim in certain cases, but strict deadlines apply to protect that right. Pesticides are not limited to farm fields.…

Are you wondering how long you have to file a farm accident lawsuit in Illinois? The answer depends on the type of claim you are pursuing, type of claim, who caused the accident, and whether the injured person is pursuing a personal injury lawsuit or workers’ compensation benefits.  A personal injury claim is required to…

Workers in Illinois have the right to report dangerous workplace conditions. If you have spotted a serious hazard on the job, knowing how to report an OSHA violation anonymously is often the first question on your mind.  The good news is that OSHA accepts anonymous safety complaints. However, reporting a safety hazard and filing a…

Does forklift certification expire after a certain period? Yes, forklift certification does expire.  Under OSHA rules, employers must evaluate every forklift operator’s performance at least once every three years, and sooner if an accident, near miss, or unsafe operation occurs. When that evaluation lapses, the operator is no longer considered certified to run the machine.…

Can I sue for a forklift accident at work? In Illinois, you may be able to pursue a lawsuit after a workplace forklift accident, but it depends on who caused the injury. Workers’ compensation generally covers injuries caused by your employment, while a separate claim may be available when a third party, defective equipment, or…

At warehouses or factories, forklifts are essential equipment. But when a forklift overturns, strikes a worker, drops a load, or operates in an unsafe area, the consequences can be devastating.  So how many forklift deaths per year occur and what does that mean for the workers operating this equipment across Illinois warehouses, distribution centers, and…

Trenching is one of the most dangerous jobs on any construction site. Soil can shift without warning, and a wall of dirt weighing thousands of pounds can bury a worker in seconds. If you or someone you love was hurt in a collapse, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits and, when another party…

A roof fall can cause serious injuries in seconds, leaving you facing medical bills, missed work, and an uncertain recovery. If you fell off a roof at work, compensation may be available through workers’ compensation benefits or, in some cases, a third-party claim. Understanding your legal options can help you protect your rights after a…