Injuries

When you get behind the wheel, you try to refrain from distractions that could make it difficult to drive safely. These could include texting, talking on your cellphone or trying to watch a video as you drive. In the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and...

While motor scooters may seem like a fun diversion, serious injury can occur in an accident involving these vehicles. In New Jersey, an individual must be at least 15 years old to ride a moped or similar scooter and must have a driver's license, motorcycle license or...

Although they help increase productivity on construction job sites, nail guns pose a substantial injury risk for workers. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, nail gun accidents rank as the leading tool-related injury for construction...

Construction site accidents often occur because someone did not follow safety protocols. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration plays a large role in ensuring worksite safety in every industry. OSHA has specific regulations for construction sites, and if a...

When it comes to construction accidents, there are many ways in which sleep loss comes into the picture. On the one hand, fatigue and sleep loss cause many of these accidents. Also, many people who are injured in job-related accidents struggle to get the right amount...

Helping construction workers stay safe on the job is a priority for all contractors. Reducing the incidents involving injury accidents may help lower insurance premiums and keep the business license in good standing. However, there are some common hazards in and...

When it comes to hazards in the workplace, there is one industry that has to take the utmost care. This is the construction industry. New Jersey construction workers have to concern themselves with the risks associated with the occupation. They also have a right to...

The most hazardous construction operations in New Jersey include excavation and trenching. Excavation involves removing earth to form a manmade depression, cut, cavity or trench. A trench is a specific type of excavation that is no greater than 15 feet in width and...

The construction industry remains a dangerous place to work in spite of efforts by state and local governments and companies. Different categories of employees, such as those who don't speak English and contract employees, could face higher risks and even be...

A new state law may require drivers to exercise greater caution on New Jersey’s streets and roadways. Recently-signed legislation allows e-scooters on bicycle paths, streets and highways across the state, as reported by The North Jersey Record. Both motorists and...