One in ten construction workers are injured in onsite accidents each year. People who work construction take risks, whether they are working on a small office rehab project or a large-scale mall or a condo development. On most sites, the heavy machinery and power tools, wiring of electricity, … [Read more...]
Workplace Accidents Involving Teenagers
April 16, 2012 by Metzger & Kleiner
If you are under the age of 21 and have been hurt on the job, what are your rights? Can you refuse to work in conditions that you believe are unsafe? Do you have a right to file a claim for workers' compensation? Can you report your employer to the state or federal worker protection agencies? … [Read more...]