Posted on April 6th, 2010
An explosion in a mine owned by Massey Energy Co. in West Virginia on Monday has killed 25 people.
Four miners are still missing after the blast, which occurred about 30 miles south of Charleston. Safety officials report that the mine had a history of violations for failure to properly ventilate methane, the highly-combustible gas that likely played a role in the explosion. Fourteen of the victims have still not yet been identified. The explosion has become the deadliest mining disaster in the United States since 1984.
A company is responsible for the safety of its workers, even those who work in traditionally dangerous professions. Unfortunately, many large companies and corporations sacrifice worker safety for added profits. If you or a loved one has been injured in a preventable workplace accident and need assistance gaining access to the benefits for which you are entitled, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation attorneys of Levinson Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.
Posted on April 2nd, 2010
A 26-year old truck driver from New Jersey was killed when his Freight Liner tractor trailer rolled over on Route 4 on Tuesday morning. The accident occurred around 7:40 a.m. on Route 4 in Washington County. Authorities believe the truck skidded on the highway and jackknifed, causing the vehicle to roll-over several times.
Due to their large size and weight, trucks can cause serious injuries and even death if they are involved in an accident. If someone you love has been hurt or killed while operating a vehicle for work, you may be able to pursue workers’ compensation benefits. For more information about workers compensation claims, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation lawyers of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 today.
Posted on March 30th, 2010
A 35-year old man from Monroe Township, New Jersey was injured in an accident on a construction site on Thursday. The construction worker was hurt when a bucket that was being connected to a backhoe slid down a 20-foot ditch and pinned him at the bottom. The man was transported to a local hospital for medical attention after fellow workers and firefighters helped get him out of the ditch.
Workplace accidents can have a lasting effect on your life and your finances. If you have been hurt in an accident on the job, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 to discuss your legal options.
Posted on March 25th, 2010
A construction worker has been seriously injured after a fall of approximately 14 feet which occurred while the man was working at One World Trade Center. If you or someone you love has been injured in a job site accident and isn’t getting the workers’ compensation that he or she deserves, the New Jersey workers’ compensation attorneys of Levinson & Axelrod may be able to help.
The man was working on a doorway in One World Trade Center, approximately 100 feet above street level when the accident occurred. According to reports, he was seriously injured when he fell 14 feet onto a plywood floor, although the extent of his injuries is unclear. Emergency responders took him to Bellevue Hospital, where was listed as being in serious condition.
One World Trade Center is currently under construction.
If you’ve been injured in a workplace accident, you deserve workers’ compensation payments to help you pay for your medical bills and support your family. If you’re not receiving this compensation, the New Jersey workers’ compensation lawyers of Levinson & Axelrod may be able to help. Contact us today by calling 800-346-5529 to find out more.
Posted on March 19th, 2010
A construction worker from New Jersey was trapped in a 20-foot ditch after pinned-in by construction equipment at a construction site in Delaware.
The 35-year-old worker was working in the ditch around 2:30 p.m. on Thursday when a coworker attempted to connect a front bucket to a backhoe. The bucket then slid down the side of the ditch to where the worker was located. Luckily, the bucket did not fall on top of the worker, but trapped the worker for 2 hours as rescue crews tried to get him out of the hole. He was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition.
If you or a loved one has been injured on the job, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 for help fighting for the compensation you need for your injuries and losses.
Posted on March 11th, 2010
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration sent letters to 15,000 employers this week to alert them of troubling statistics regarding workplace injuries and illnesses. OSHA will alert companies whose cases of injury and illness exceed the national average and will request that they take the proper steps to ensure the safety of their employees.
If you have been hurt in an accident at work, contact the New Jersey workers compensation attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 to discuss your legal options.
Posted on March 10th, 2010
The New York Insurance State Fund successfully forced a former Broome County woman to pay nearly $36,000 in restitution for workers’ compensation payments she collected while claiming to be unable to work. The woman was asked to repay the company after she was found working at a Walgreens in Virginia. According to sources familiar with the story, the woman had been collecting workers’ compensation payments for approximately five years.
If you have been injured on the job, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. It is important to consult an experienced attorney if you have been wrongly denied benefits or if you would like to know more about your legal options. For assistance with your claim, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation lawyers of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 today.
Posted on March 8th, 2010
A trucking company based in Colonie, NY has been ordered by the state to pay $315,600 to the New York insurance fund after it was discovered that the company was underreporting payroll in order to avoid paying for workers’ compensation. If you or someone you love has been injured on the job and isn’t getting the money you need, the New Jersey workers’ compensation attorneys of Levinson & Axelrod may be able to get you the money you need.
According to the state’s Insurance Department, Eagle River, Inc, had already paid $150,000 of the debt. Prosecutors say that the company was underreporting their payroll by approximately $2.2 million over a three-year period. An audit by state investigators showed the discrepancy, which the company had been exploiting in order to pay lower insurance premiums.
If you or someone you love has been injured in the workplace and isn’t receiving the compensation that he or she deserves, contact the New Jersey workers’ comp attorneys of Levinson & Axelrod today by calling 800-346-5529.
Posted on February 24th, 2010
Despite a general push to prevent accidents in the workplace, workers continue to be injured on the job. According to recently published statistics, approximately 100,000 New Jersey workers experience workplace injuries every year. If you or someone you love has been injured on the job, the New Jersey workers’ compensation attorneys of Levinson Axelrod may be able to help you get the money you need.
According to the report, the state’s workers’ compensation programs pay about $1.5 billion to injured workers every year. Unfortunately, not everyone receives the workers’ compensation benefits that they deserve. Studies indicate that a large number of employers encourage their employees to cover up injuries.
If you or someone you love has been injured in the workplace, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your injury. Contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation lawyers of Levinson Axelrod today by calling 800-346-5529.
Posted on February 18th, 2010
A worker at a Green-Bay packaging company was killed while working on the wheels on his semi-trailer earlier this month. The man was working on the vehicle when the person assisting him accidentally moved the truck, believing he sent a signal for the vehicle to be moved. The man was struck by the vehicle and died as a result of his injuries.
If you have been injured in an accident in the workplace, you may be eligible for compensation for your pain, suffering, and other damages. For more information, contact the New Jersey worker’s compensation attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 today.
