Workers' Compensation: Common Commercial Trucking Injuries

 Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

The trucking industry can be dangerous.  According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, truck driving is among the top 5 most catastrophic occupations.  This has prompted the National Transportation Safety Board to tighten commercial trucking regulations in an effort to improve the safety of trucking workers.

Common Trucking Industry Injuries:

• Slip and falls
• Strains and sprains
• Getting struck by an object
• Motor vehicle collisions
• Loading/unloading materials
• Exiting the cab or trailer
• Walking around the yard, terminal or customer site
• Tarping/strapping a load

Read this article from Workers Compensation Insider for more information on truck driver safety.  If you have recently suffered a workplace injury and you are in need of legal expertise, you can rely on use to help you obtain all of the benefits to which you may be entitled, including replacement for lost wages, medical bill coverage, job retraining, and monetary damages for permanent, full or partial disability.

Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

Health Risks of Working Over Night Shifts

Do you work over night shifts?  You're not alone.  Nearly 15 million Americans work at night, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.  Unfortunately, working against your natural clock could put your health at risk.  New studies show that there are many health risks associated with working over night.

Long-Term Effects:

• Cardiovascular Disease - There is a correlation between those that work over night and the risk of heart attack and heart disease.
• Obesity - It can be difficult to maintain a healthy diet when working over night shifts.  Workers may be more prone to snacking on junk food than sitting down for a nutritious meal.  In addition to a poor diet, it can be hard to find time to exercise regularly with an over night schedule.
• Mood Disorders - Working at different hours than your friends and family might cause social isolation.  In addition to the change in social habits, night workers also have less serotonin, the chemical that is responsible for keeping you happy.
• Fertility Problems - Shift work can affect a woman's reproductive system.  

Read more about the studies here and the effects that working over night shifts can have on your overall health.

In the unfortunate event you experience any on the job injuries as a result of working an over night shift, contact our office.  Our experienced attorneys can help you address all of your concerns and insure all of the proper legal measures are taken.

Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

Injuries and Illnesses in the Workplace

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

While the number of injuries that occur year after year are on a steady decline, the number is still substantially high.  A little over three million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses were reported by private industry employers last year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.  

It's important that employees understand all of the benefits and compensation available to them.  Here are a few ways we can help you get the compensation you deserve.

• Replace lost wages
• Coverage of medical bills, medications, therapy
• Job retraining
• Monetary damages for permanent, full or partial disability

If you or someone you love has experienced an injury on the job this year, give our office a call.  Our lawyers are experienced in all aspects of workers' compensation law.  

Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

Common Workers’ Compensation Disputes

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Have you been injured on the job?  

Workers should make sure that they are receiving all of the benefits they should under workers’ compensation.  If you have questions about workers’ compensation, or you have been denied compensation, we can help.

Common Compensation Disputes:

• The insurer denies the workers compensation claim and disputes whether or not the injury or illness is related to work.
• The insurer disputes the extent of the workers’ injuries.
• The insurer does not pay for all of the treatments the worker believes should be covered.
• The insurer does not pay the amount that it should for a full or partial disability.

Many employees don’t fully understand the compensation and benefits that they can receive.  If you are experiencing workers’ compensation issues, contact our law office. Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office for a consultation by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.