Monthly Archives: December 2024
Shooting Reported at Tampa Construction Site
Workplace violence is becoming an increasingly serious threat in Florida, and many employees face the very real danger of being assaulted while trying to earn a living. If you were injured because of workplace violence, you might be wondering about your legal options. While criminal charges are certainly possible, they generally fail to provide… Read More »
Construction Workers Face Serious Risks as Tampa Considers Stormproofing
After Hurricane Milton, Tampa is considering numerous construction projects to “stormproof” vulnerable areas. While these projects may increase safety for average citizens, construction workers could face serious risks in the next few years. Many of these projects will require underground drilling and tunneling – some of the most dangerous tasks in the construction industry…. Read More »
Auto Crash Kills Worker Sleeping in Tampa Office
Although cars don’t usually crash into buildings, these accidents can easily cause fatalities. In November of 2024, a worker sleeping in an office was killed by one of these impacts, and his death is a reminder of how dangerous work can be in Florida. Even if you’re sleeping inside an office, the threat of… Read More »
Catastrophe Narrowly Avoided At Port Tampa Bay
Dock workers and longshoremen face some of the most serious workplace hazards, and even a slight mistake can lead to a major catastrophe. Recently, an incident in Port Tampa Bay came very close to injuring or killing numerous people – and a quick-thinking employee narrowly managed to avert the disaster. Too often, dock workers… Read More »
