Workers in Baltimore have the right to go to work and not have to worry about their safety. If something does happen that adversely affects an employee’s health, he or she may be entitled to compensation. Four workers were injured after an accident that occurred as...
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Construction worker dies after falling from roof
When a worker in Baltimore is installing a roof or working at a height that could pose problems if he or she fell, it a good idea to wear safety devices designed to prevent or stop the fall. Many companies use a personal fall arrest system that works to stop a fall...
Construction site accident in Maryland leaves 1 dead, 1 injured
Working on a construction site in Baltimore can be a dangerous job. Employers on construction sites have a duty to their employees to ensure that their safety is a top priority and that any dangerous conditions are minimized. When they don’t, serious injuries and even...
Prison workers in Maryland injured on the job
Working as a correctional officer at a maximum security prison can be fraught with danger. By definition, a prison population is filled with people who do not want to be locked up and are frustrated with the wardens whose job it is to keep order. Many, if not most, of...
Maryland construction worker injured by falling paint bucket
Construction workers who repair bridges perform a great service for motorists who must travel over waterways. Bridges require constant maintenance due to weather damage and harm from minerals, ice, and other natural causes. People who repair bridges may have to climb...
Three workers burned due to hazardous job condition
When workers are hired to perform dangerous jobs, they trust that their employer will provide them with all appropriate safety training and measures. For instance, workers who deal with hazardous chemicals should be trained to recognize any hazards, learn how to...
Maryland volunteer firefighter killed on the job
Firefighters have one of the most dangerous jobs imaginable. While comprehensive training and protective gear can be helpful to reduce the threat of injury, there is no guaranty of safety when firefighters are racing into burning buildings hoping to rescue victims....
New workers’ compensation bill: anti-business or pro-worker?
An important question was up for debate amongst Maryland legislators this month who have long since argued over creating equality between workers' rights and employers' rights. The question posed was: are employees who file workers' compensation claims really as...
Boating accidents, even small ones, can affect many
Baltimore ferries and water taxis service many in the area, commuting them back and forth on the harbor as well as to and from Cape Clear Island. The water taxis themselves provide a unique and widely used commuter service for those who travel across the harbor for...
Mold contamination is Hurricane Sandy’s latest legacy
Hurricane Sandy continues to leave devastation in her wake, this time in the form of mold. Many of the areas that have been greatly impacted by the hurricane are now facing a potentially deadly epidemic of mold contamination and exposure. One of the greatest concerns...