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New Research Uncovers The Benefit of Hiring A Workers' Comp Attorney

Workers' compensation provides injured workers timely medical care and wage replacement without litigation. However, disputes in workers' compensation claims often arise, leading many workers to seek legal representation. A recent study from The Workers Compensation Research Institute, based on an analysis of over 950,000 claims across 31 states, including Mississippi, reveals the benefit of hiring a...

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Overexertion and Falls Top List Of Costly Work Injury Claims

Ensuring workplace safety is essential for preventing injuries and supporting Mississippi workers who are hurt on the job. A national analysis of 1.2 million workers' compensation claims from 2017 to 2021 by Travelers reveals that overexertion and slips, trips, and falls are the leading causes of workplace injuries. This data highlights the need for robust...

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Lack of Safety Measures Blamed for Trench Collapse Fatalities

In the construction industry, trench work is integral to development. Still, it poses significant risks if safety measures are not strictly followed. Trench collapses, though preventable, continue to be a tragic source of construction worker injuries and deaths. Thirty-nine workers died while performing trench/excavation work in 2022, up from 15 in 2021, according to a...

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Are Employers Embracing Safety Technology in the Workplace?

In an alarming revelation by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 5,500 fatal work injuries were recorded in the United States in 2022. This marks a 6 percent increase from 2021 and surpasses pre-pandemic levels by 3 percent. The danger is especially present in high-risk industries like construction, warehousing, transportation, oil extraction, and agriculture. In...

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Study Shows Higher Temperatures Increase Work Injury Risk

A groundbreaking study by the Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) has uncovered a link between rising outdoor temperatures and an increased risk of workplace injuries. The findings shed light on the urgent need for employers and policymakers to take proactive measures to safeguard employees from the risk of work injuries due to higher temperatures. How do...

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Mississippi Workers' Compensation for a Hand Injury at Work

Hands are indispensable for everything from mundane tasks like tying shoes to complex operations involving heavy machinery. That's why hand injuries - which affect around 120,000 workers annually - are so devastating. Overall, work-related hand injuries cover a wide range, from minor strains to severe trauma. Regardless, such injuries can significantly impact an individual's ability...

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Distracted Driving and Workplace Transportation Accidents

Driving is the top cause of work-related deaths in the United States, accounting for nearly 40 percent of on-the-job fatalities, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Distracted driving, a significant contributor to roadway deaths, including work-related fatalities, claims thousands of lives annually and leaves countless others severely injured. While workers' compensation for work-related...

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Can You Get Social Security (SSDI) for a Traumatic Brain Injury?

Navigating SSDI applications in Mississippi for brain injury victims For Americans disabled by brain injuries and unable to work, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits offer essential financial support. Yet, the application process is often complex and daunting. Tabor Law Firm, P.A., with offices in Ridgeland and Jackson, Mississippi, is dedicated to assisting individuals with...

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Injuries Caused by Concrete and Cement on Mississippi Construction Sites

Common construction accident injuries involving cement and concrete. Construction accidents in Mississippi often result in serious injuries. In fact, construction accidents are consistently one of the leading causes of workplace injuries in the state. Nearly 16 percent of all workplace fatalities in Mississippi in 2022 occurred in the construction industry, according to the most recent...

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BLS: Workplace Fatalities Increased in 2022

More needs to be done to keep workers safe. Many workplaces have hazards, and workers often suffer injuries in accidents. Tragically, some of these injuries are fatal. Every year, workers in Mississippi and throughout the country lose their lives while on the job, leaving behind grieving families and friends. Unfortunately, it’s a problem that seems...

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