Category Archives: Workers’ Compensation
Tampa Security Guard Shot Outside Museum of Art
Few people realize the hazards faced by security guards every day. Like police officers, these workers are tasked with maintaining law and order. However, they lack the same kind of protection as police officers – and they are often completely unarmed. A recent incident in Tampa shows just how dangerous this line of work… Read More »
Can Truckers File Workers’ Compensation Claims in Tampa?
Truckers face serious risks on the job in Tampa. While it’s true that these heavy, lumbering vehicles offer plenty of protection from crashes, truckers can still suffer serious injuries in accidents. If you were hurt in one of these crashes, you might be wondering about your options for compensation. Perhaps you face mounting medical… Read More »
TikTok Star Sentenced for Killing Six Florida Farm Workers
Farm workers in Tampa face numerous threats, including severe heat, mechanical hazards, and toxic exposure. However, one of the most shocking farm accidents in recent memory was caused by something more unexpected: A TikTok influencer. This individual is now facing many years in prison for causing a crash that killed six farm workers. What… Read More »
Which Federal Employees Cannot File Workers’ Compensation Claims in Tampa?
If you work for the federal government in Tampa, workers’ compensation claims can be challenging. Workplace injuries are difficult enough on their own, and the complexities of pursuing compensation as a federal worker can make this traumatic life event even more stressful. Fortunately, you do not have to navigate this process on your own… Read More »
Noise: A Hidden Danger in Tampa Workplaces
When most people think about workplace hazards in Tampa, they picture heavy machinery, power tools, and electrical cables. What most people fail to realize, however, is that these hazards are only dangerous if workers are unaware of them. This lack of awareness is the real killer – and workers rely heavily on their sense… Read More »
Three Tampa Workers Hurt by Violent, Reckless Individuals
Over the past week, at least three workers in Tampa have suffered needless harm. All three of these workers were killed or injured by other people, highlighting a subtle hazard that many employers fail to account for. No amount of safety training can prepare a worker for a violent attacker or a reckless driver…. Read More »
Repetitive Strain Injuries While Working as a Cashier in Tampa
At first glance, the physical labor associated with being a cashier might seem quite minimal. After all, running items through a till is not exactly challenging for the average person. However, the repetitive nature of these tasks can take their toll over days, months, and years. If you have experienced a repetitive strain injury… Read More »
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 »
