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While there appears to be a light at the end of the tunnel, the pandemic continues to have a wide impact on our daily lives, including workplace safety. Workers are under more stress now than ever before and, as a result, can pose a risk to themselves and others on the job. Learn what can…

Not all workplace injuries happen on the construction site or warehouse floor. When discussing what actions you should take after a car accident, personal injury law is usually the first thing that comes to mind. Workers' compensation applies to car accidents in some cases, however. At Tabor Law Firm, P.A., we represent workers who were…

Some of the most serious and life-changing injuries workers sustain on the job are burns. Not only do burns cause a significant amount of pain, but they can also be disfiguring and have a lifelong impact. Those who work around hot stoves, on construction sites, around hazardous materials, and around electrical sources or boilers are…

All Mississippi workers are exposed to at least some injury and illness risks on the job. Professions that involve working with hazardous or toxic chemicals are particularly dangerous. Workers in some professions are regularly exposed to toxins in the air they breathe. Workers who become ill as a result of toxic exposure at work can…

  Debilitating injuries at work can happen without warning. If you sustain a serious injury and can no longer work, you might wonder how you get the financial support you need to live your life. Fortunately, the federal government provides a safety net called Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) for those who qualify. If you…

Suffering a work-related injury can turn your life upside-down. The last thing many people want to deal with is the paperwork that comes with any visit to a health care professional. They figure someone will have records of what was said, done, ordered, prescribed and so on. In a computer. In a filing cabinet. Somewhere.…

It's common for those who work in construction and other industrial occupations to regularly be exposed to silica, beryllium and other materials that could be hazardous to health. According to a recent study conducted by Dutch researchers and published in the journal Respiratory Research, occupational exposure to silica and beryllium can lead to an inflammatory disease…

Many employers carry workers' compensation insurance, which is meant to pay for medical costs and wage loss for injured workers. Filing a workers' compensation claim is not easy. If there are any errors in the paperwork or if the insurance company isn't convinced that you have a viable claim, your claim can be denied. That's…

Summer is in full swing. If you're a resident of Mississippi, you know how hot it gets here during this time of year. Some employees have the luxury of working in cooler, air conditioned environments, but not all do. Outdoor workers, such as those who work in construction, agriculture, and landscaping, often endure long hours…

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, about 92 workers die every year in confined space-related accidents on the job. Some of the people most at risk include those working in water towers, grain silos, vaults, storage bins and accessing electrical units. Also in danger are people who work in trenches and temporary structures. A…