NJ electric worker injured on the job

Posted on July 21st, 2010 No Comments

A workplace accident occurred in Salem County, New Jersey as a electric worker was injured on the job.

The accident occurred around 11:30 a.m. in Carneys Point. Officials with Atlantic City Electric have said that they are investigating the cause of the accident, but they have made a statement saying the accident did occur. The extent of the man’s injuries were not released but he was flown by helicopter to the hospital.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a workplace accident, you may be able to receive compensation for your pain. Contact the New Jersey workers compensation lawyers of Levinson Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.

Construction worker injured at high school

Posted on July 14th, 2010 No Comments

A construction worker broke his leg while working on a construction project at a high school in Charleston while he was attempting to move a steel assembly part.

The accident occurred at 8:30 a.m. as the man used an excavator to move the assembly and the excavator broke. The assembly shifted for an unknown reason and broke through the window and broke the man’s leg.

The man is currently in the hospital in good condition. The man has worked for the company for 10 years and an official with the company said this was the only injury during the high school’s two year reconstruction program.

If you or a loved one has been hurt on the job, you may be able to be compensated for your pain. Contact the New Jersey workers compensation lawyers of Levinson Axlerod by calling 800-346-5529.

First WTC responders recieve higher settlement

Posted on June 11th, 2010 No Comments

The first responders to the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center may receive as much as $712 million settlement. The workers were exposed to toxic dust when they responded to the scene causing long-term respiratory issues in some cases.

More 11,000 firefighters, police officers, construction workers, and EMS workers make up the plaintiffs in the case. If they were exposed to the dust from the rubble and within seven months of the attacks experienced asthma symptoms, they may be able to receive compensation.

If you or a loved one has suffered an illness from the workplace, contact the New Jersey workers compensation lawyers of Levinson and Axelrod, P.C. by calling 800-346-5529.

WTC-site worker seriously injured in fall

Posted on March 25th, 2010 No Comments

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.

Packaging-Company Worker Dies in Workplace Accident

Posted on February 18th, 2010 No Comments

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.