Employees are often to told to just obey management when they are given directives. While these directives are sometimes safe and fair, there are some instances in which members of management might give employees unsafe directives. That is what one West Virginia...
Workers’ Compensation
Man sues over work-related injury at scrap yard
There are certain risks associated with every job in the world. Because of those risks, it is vital that employers make an effort to keep employees safe by establishing proper safety procedures that help to minimize the known dangers. When employers fail to do that or...
Workers’ compensation claim gets man fired, lawsuit alleges
When a worker gets hurt on the job, he might decide that he needs to file a claim for workers' compensation. While many of these claims are made by workers without incident, a recent lawsuit in West Virginia shows that employers sometimes may react inappropriately to...
West Virginia man thrown from tractor-trailer files lawsuit
Following proper safety procedures is vital for people who work around semi-trucks. Failing to follow established safety protocol can lead to accidents that might cause serious injuries. A recent lawsuit in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, shows how important it is to...
West Virginia miners injured in mantrip accident
Mine collapses are the first thing that might come to mind when you hear about an accident at a mine site. While collapses are usually some of the more serious accidents that can happen, they most certainly aren't the only type of accident that can occur at a mine....
Worker sues Airgas for explosion, work-related injury
A West Virginia man who was reportedly injured in an explosion at an Airgas USA facility has filed a lawsuit against the company. That man suffered serious and permanent injury in May 2013, according to official reports. The workplace injury resulted in scarring,...
West Virginia metal recycler reaches settlement with agencies
The state of West Virginia is no stranger to industrial accidents. When these accidents occur, several agencies might be called in to investigate in the hopes of preventing things such as workplace injuries from occurring again. Residents of New Cumberland were rocked...
Deadly tower crash in West Virginia investigated by agency
When the Occupational Safety and Health Administration arrives at a workplace, it means there was an accident, they're conducting a regular site inspection or someone contacted the agency with concerns about procedures at the workplace. Businesses that do not enforce...
West Virginia mines receive life-saving devices
Mining is an important industry for both Cabell County and the rest of the country. However, it's a dangerous job that results in both injuries and fatalities. So it is good news when technology is approved that will make those who work underground to bring the coal...
Injured in accident, man sues company, equipment manufacturer
Cabell County residents are no strangers to oil and gas workers and the jobs they perform. Some of the jobs are quite dangerous, and getting hurt on the job is a real possibility. So, readers will not be shocked to learn a man is suing a company for which he worked,...
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