Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Florida Worker Injured in Crane Collapse: Why Does this Keep Happening?
In a first-world country like the United States, crane collapses are supposed to be very rare. Construction sites are supposed to adhere to strict safety regulations with meticulous oversight. As a general rule, crane collapses only occur in situations of reckless negligence. Although freak accidents and extreme weather events are always possible, most crane… Read More »
Lesser-Known Causes for Workers’ Comp Claims in Florida
According to various studies, the most common type of workplace accident is a slip or a fall. However, there are many other less common types of injuries that can still cause serious issues for workers in Florida. Often, these injuries cause lasting issues for workers – and they can even be fatal in many… Read More »
Recent Incidents Highlight Fall Hazards in Many Florida Workplaces
One might assume that fall hazards only exist in certain workplaces – but these dangers affect all workers in Florida. This was made clear by two markedly different recent incidents in the Sunshine State. While one of these accidents may seem predictable, the other shows that falls can occur in unexpected situations. Regardless of… Read More »
Florida Hit with Slew of Bizarre Workplace Injuries
Sometimes, workplace injuries are anything but predictable in Florida. Whether you’re a construction worker, an office worker, or a professional driver, there’s always the chance that something totally unexpected might happen. Fortunately, workers’ comp is supposed to cover virtually any injury imaginable at the workplace – no matter how random or unexpected it might… Read More »
A Car Crashed into My Workplace: How Do I Get Compensation?
Most people might assume that an average retail store in Tampa is one of the safest places to work. After all, workers only need to help customers find items, operate cash registers, and carry out basic manual labor. What could go wrong? A number of shocking incidents across Florida show that workers today face… Read More »
Yet Another Crane Accident in Florida
Crane accidents are occurring at a worrying pace in Florida. If safety protocols are closely followed on construction sites, these accidents should never happen. The fact that people are dying or becoming injured on an almost weekly basis in the Sunshine State shows that there are serious shortcomings on these construction sites. A recent… Read More »
What Are My Rights as a Dollar Store Worker in Florida?
Many Florida residents work at dollar stores, and these retail outlets have become common throughout the Sunshine State. When it comes to workplace safety, working at a dollar store is no different than working at an office, a cafe, or a farm. Every worker deserves the right to a safe environment, but dollar store… Read More »
Two New Florida Construction Accidents Highlight Major Workplace Hazards
For construction workers in Florida, two of the most dangerous accidents are electrocutions and wall collapses. Within the space of a week, both of these accidents occurred in different Florida construction sites. These incidents will undoubtedly be the subject of serious investigations, and it is perhaps too early to tell whether any safety protocols… Read More »
Animals Pose a Serious Threat to Delivery Drivers in Florida
Americans are more reliant on delivery drivers than ever before. The popularity of online shopping accelerated dramatically during the pandemic, and Florida residents are now much more likely to shop online rather than in-person. With this heightened demand, it should come as no surprise that delivery drivers are more likely to suffer injuries today… Read More »
Florida Sees a Number of Rare Workplace Accidents
There are almost limitless possibilities when it comes to workplace accidents in Florida. While some are certainly more common than others, you never really know what’s going to happen when you clock in each day. Freak accidents are certainly possible, and this was clearly highlighted after a number of unexpected, rare workplace accidents in… Read More »
