There are some jobs that have an added bit of risk...it's those that require employees to either work in inclement weather...or with wildlife/animals.
One Fall at Work Can Change Everything
We came across an unfortunate story in which a construction worker fell about 15 feet after the wall he was working on became unstable and collapsed. His injuries to his legs were severe...his left ankle was completely separated, he had fractured his right ankle, and had shattered his shin as well.
Despite All the Efforts, Drivers Still Continue to Ignore Bicyclists
Unfortunately, despite thorough educational efforts across the nation, motor vehicle drivers continue to ignore the rights of bike riders. Even though bike riders have legally recognized rights to the road, they are still injured on a regular basis by careless drivers who simply disregard the rights of bikers.
Dealing With a Work-Related Injury...
A serious fracture to an arm or leg compound crush injury to a hand or foot or a severe muscle tear can result in a lifetime disability. If you suffered a fractured bone or crush injury in a workplace accident in Iowa, you are entitled to paid medical treatment provided by an approved workers' compensation doctor. You are also entitled to seek a settlement for temporary or permanent partial disability, including a possible lump sum payment.
"I'm Not Sure" is a TERRIBLE Answer
Sometime in the next day or two...casually bring up the company's workers' compensation policy with your employer. Ask them a question about it...and if their answer is along the lines of "I'm not sure", or "I'll have to look into it", well, you your employer might be a hopeless optimist who's idea of a safe day of work is "cross your fingers and hope nothing terrible happens."
Does Your Employer Treat You Like a Robot?
"Robotic"...
We Will Always Fight for the Rights of Our Clients
We at Loney and Schueller have over 30 years of combined experience specializing in workers' compensation. We know what it takes to ensure you get the compensation you rightfully deserve. We dedicate our energy...our time...and our knowledge to try and help alleviate the burdens that come with suffering a work-related injury.
Why Looking Short-Term is Only a Start
A recent settlement was just recently reached concerning a cellphone tower work who fell over 50 feet and suffered severe injuries. It was a long process, but the injured worker received close to $30 million in compensation for his life-altering injuries.
Some Risks are Easy to Spot...Some Not.
With any job, there are hazards...some are easy to spot...some, not-so-easy. We all notice the risks of a construction site...heavy machinery, moving beams, tall heights, etc., but what about the lifelong office worker who spends hours in front of their computer. Carpal Tunnel...eye strain...all of these are legitimate and possibly debilitating injuries that can affect one's ability to properly do their job.
When a Work Injury Keeps You From the Job You Were Meant to Do
Since we were little, we always had a fascination with the law...with doing what's right...with standing up for those that have been wronged. As we look back at it, this was the job we were "meant" to be doing.
