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Louisiana’s industries and their employee injuries

On behalf of Laurie W. Maschek, Attorney at Law, LLC | Jul 7, 2020 | Workplace Injuries

Louisiana sits on the Gulf of Mexico, highlighted by Mardi Gras, jazz, the Mississippi and the unique southern bayous. Our state runs deep with history and culture. Forbes reports that the biggest industry in Louisiana is in minerals and oil, followed by industries...

Lack of safety measures against workplace amputations is unacceptable

On behalf of Laurie W. Maschek, Attorney at Law, LLC | Apr 14, 2020 | Workplace Injuries

Many industrial workers in Louisiana work with and among powerful machinery. These tools and machines are necessary for the work associated with the oil and gas, maritime and construction industries, but they also can expose workers to catastrophic injuries like...

How long can a back injury keep you from working?

On behalf of Laurie W. Maschek, Attorney at Law, LLC | Feb 14, 2020 | Workplace Injuries

When your career depends on you moving and lifting things, you need a healthy back. But constant motion can cause you to strain and pull your muscles, leaving you unable to do your job. When your body won’t let you work, how long do you need to recover? Depending on...

Most workers’ comp claims result from routine activities

by laurie w. maschek | Oct 23, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

Certain accidents that occur while engaged in work-related activities can be serious. Catastrophic injury or death can be the result in the worst-case scenarios. Fortunately, however, the vast majority of claims filed under Louisiana workers' compensation laws involve...

Amazon warehouse workers report adverse conditions

by laurie w. maschek | Aug 29, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

In July 2018, the Guardian launched an investigation into claims of adverse conditions at Amazon warehouses. There have been multiple claims from former employees that they were treated improperly by management after getting hurt on the job. Many of these workers,...

Seven tips for hot work safety

by laurie w. maschek | May 10, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

"Hot work" is a term that many factory owners in Louisiana are probably familiar with. It refers to processes like burning and welding that can ignite fires and explosions, so there is always a safety risk attached to it. The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard...

Worker fatalities increased in 2016

by laurie w. maschek | Jan 31, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

Louisiana workers may be interested to learn that workplace fatalities jumped by 7 percent in 2016, according to a new report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is the third consecutive year that work-related deaths have increased. The BLS reports that 5,190...

Is workers comp compatible with Social Security Disability?

by laurie w. maschek | Jan 16, 2018 | Workplace Injuries

Workers in Louisiana who suffer potentially debilitating injuries on the job may be concerned not only about their short-term ability to provide income for themselves and their families but also the long-term effects if they cannot return to work for the foreseeable...

OSHA reveals top 10 safety violations for 2017

by laurie w. maschek | Dec 6, 2017 | Workplace Injuries

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is in charge of regulating workplace safety. Failing to comply with the agency's guidelines can lead to citations and fines. Every year, OSHA releases a list of the top 10 safety violations based on the number of...

Protecting Louisiana workers against burns

by laurie w. maschek | Nov 6, 2017 | Workplace Injuries

Each year, more than 2,000 workers throughout the country are sent to the hospital because of arc flash explosions. Of those, roughly 400 will die from their burns or because of a resulting infection. In many cases, the accidents that lead to these injuries are caused...

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