There was a deadly construction accident in Chicago, Illinois on November 4, 2024. According to reports, a worker was on an aerial lift painting the walls in the Kennedy Expressway tunnel. A passing semi-truck hit the lift, and then left the scene of the accident. ...
Negligent security is a serious issue that can lead to preventable injuries, assaults, thefts, or even fatalities. Property owners, including businesses, landlords, and event organizers, have a legal obligation to ensure that their premises are reasonably safe for...
There was a deadly auto accident in Midland County, Texas on November 1, 2024. According to reports, the deadly crash occurred after a side tire on a trailer being pulled by a Ford F-350 broke free while the vehicle traveled westbound on Loop 250. The tire travelled...
Understanding Dock and Longshore Worker Injuries in Corpus Christi The Port of Corpus Christi is one of the busiest maritime hubs in the United States, handling massive amounts of cargo and supporting a variety of maritime industries. Dockworkers, longshoremen, and...
There was a medical emergency on the oil tanker SFL FRASER on November 3, 2024. At the time, the vessel was 35 miles off the coast of Port Aransas, Texas. One crew member was medevaced by a Coast Guard helicopter. The crew member, believed to have sustained a heart...
Offshore workers, including those on oil rigs, drilling platforms, and vessels, face uniquely high risks when severe weather strikes. Tropical Storm Rafael, like other tropical storms, poses serious dangers for those working at sea, where high winds, massive waves,...
There was a deadly boat accident on Lake Osborne in Palm Beach County, Florida on November 2, 2024. During the incident, the bow of a 20-foot pontoon boat dipped suddenly. An 11-year-old girl on the boat was thrown into the water where she was hit by the boat's...
Electrical systems are critical to refinery operations, powering everything from lighting and control systems to heavy machinery. But when electrical systems malfunction or are handled unsafely, they pose a serious risk of injury or death. Electrical accidents at...
The Dangers of Toxic Chemical Exposure in Fracking Fracking operations involve the use of a complex mixture of chemicals to extract oil and gas from underground rock formations. These chemicals, many of which are highly toxic, pose a significant risk to workers,...
There was a crane accident in Colorado Springs, Colorado on November 3, 2024. According to reports, a boom lift struck a power pole during work on Sunday. The crane made contact with the power lines, resulting in sparks flying. Witnesses indicate that wind at the...