On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | May 22, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
People use the phrase “canary in the coal mine” to refer to early warning signs of subtle danger. The term stems from the former literal use of small birds to detect one of the most significant risks that miners faced while on the job. The act of mining could, in...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | May 8, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Working in a coal mine, you already know that there is a risk of exposure to coal dust and silica. These can lead to lung damage that causes chronic coughs or shortness of breath. Today, most workers can avoid these issues thanks to the personal protective gear that...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | May 1, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Forklifts are a valuable piece of equipment at many mining sites, but they can also cause serious injuries — and even death — if they aren’t operated properly. It is imperative that companies take the time to ensure that anyone who is going to use the...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Mar 20, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
A 39-year-old man was killed recently in an on-the-job accident at a poultry plant in Barbour County, Alabama. The county coroner listed the man’s cause of death as decapitation. The man was part of a cleaning crew that was contracted to provide services to the...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Mar 18, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
In communities where coal mining operations exist, mining work can often be the best available career for those hoping to support themselves or a family. Blue-collar workers can find a living wage even in entry-level positions across the mining industry, and there are...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Feb 12, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Mining has never been a safe industry in which to work. Every miner knows that accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. But new data from the United States Department of Labor and the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that mining is getting a...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Sep 9, 2019 | Workers' Compensation
If you work with caustic chemicals on a regular basis, you’re at risk of experiencing chemical burns. Chemical burns can be painful even if they’re minor, but they can also cause serious injury in some cases, such as when a caustic chemical is...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Aug 2, 2019 | Workers' Compensation
Many types of injuries are common in the workplace, such as falls on construction sites, while others are relatively rare. Regardless of the way in which someone is hurt while performing their job duties, however, their life may be shattered in any number of ways. In...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | May 26, 2019 | Workers' Compensation
Many workplaces in Alabama are brimming with hidden risks. Repetitive strain injuries (RSI) are just one example, which can be caused by computer use, hand tools, or even working on an assembly line. Over time, these injuries make it more difficult to perform...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Apr 20, 2019 | Workers' Compensation
In Alabama, workers are injured on the job every day. Fortunately, most employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance that allows for the worker to receive compensation if certain requirements are met. One important way for workers to avoid...
