Scaffolds are common and necessary on many construction sites, but they also present serious injury risks if you work in construction, window cleaning or film, among other industries. Because of their temporary nature, scaffolds often undergo regular erection and...
Construction Accidents
What are the long-term needs of someone with a TBI?
On behalf of Baehman Law | Dec 26, 2019 | Construction Accidents
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can be catastrophic for victims and their families. In many cases, the victims are left with physical, mental and social needs that can't easily be fulfilled by their primary caregivers.For example, housing needs can be a serious...
Are some power tools more dangerous than others?
On behalf of Baehman Law | Nov 25, 2019 | Construction Accidents
If you work in construction, nobody has to tell you that your job is dangerous. You already know it and deal with the risks every day.However, some of the tools you may use are inherently more dangerous than others. According to experts, these are the most dangerous...
State safety report shows the danger construction workers face
On behalf of Baehman Law | Oct 18, 2019 | Construction Accidents
A new report from the Minnesota area's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) indicates that the construction industry is still incredibly dangerous to workers -- despite all the safety regulations that are supposed to be in force.The report indicates...
The aging of the construction industry
On behalf of Baehman Law | Jun 27, 2019 | Construction Accidents
"Working construction" used to be a young person's occupation. After all, younger people are better suited to the labor-intensive work of construction than older workers whose bodies are starting to show the signs of a lifetime of wear and tear.Well, in recent years,...
Know the ‘fatal four’ construction accidents
On behalf of Baehman Law | Jun 13, 2019 | Construction Accidents
If you work in construction, nobody has to tell you that your job is dangerous. However, some dangers are more significant than others.According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the top four causes of fatalities in construction...
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