Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Kentucky Coal Preparation Building Collapse Kills Two Workers; Options for Mississippi Families Who Have Lost Loved Ones in Workplace Accidents
The recent collapse of a coal preparation building last week that killed two workers serves as a reminder of how dangerous workplace accidents can be and the options that the families of workers across the country, and in Mississippi, have when it comes to losing a loved one to a horrific workplace accident. According… Read More »
South Korea Worker’s Crushing Death by Robot Underscores Dangers of Working with Heavy Machines
Crushing injuries are no doubt some of the most catastrophic injuries that can happen in any workplace, and often leave a worker severely injured and disabled, or perhaps even dead. Unfortunately, such an accident is making headlines across the globe this week after a worker was killed in a crushing accident by a robot… Read More »
How to Get a New Orleans Personal Injury Lawyer for Your Car Accident Case without Breaking the Bank
One of the most common concerns that a car accident survivor has after a terrible and unexpected car accident is how much it may cost to get legal help. The truth is, car accidents often occur in New Orleans due to another driver or party’s fault, and while the victim of the accident may… Read More »
South Carolina Shipyard Sees 5 Worker Deaths Since 2019
When the death of a worker happens, one can hope that in all of the tragedy and chaos, the worker’s employer will make changes to implement higher safety standards to prevent future worker deaths and injuries. In a stunning turn of events, a South Carolina shipyard has seemingly failed to adhere to shipyard safety… Read More »
Want to Know about Attorneys’ Fees in Workers’ Compensation Cases in Louisiana? Look No Further
Even when a person may have a legal claim under Louisiana laws, they may hesitate to contact an attorney because they are afraid of paying potentially exorbitant legal fees and costs. The case is sometimes no different when a Louisiana worker is injured on the job due to a workplace injury and needs help… Read More »
Alabama Worker’s Death by Crane Accident Serves as Reminder to Mississippi Workers of Dangers of Working with Cranes
An Alabama worker’s tragic death due to a workplace crane accident on Tuesday, November 22, serves as a reminder to Mississippi workers of just how dangerous working with cranes can be. Tragically, just before the 2023 Thanksgiving holiday, 65-year-old Ballard Concrete worker Cornell James was killed at the Ballard Concrete industrial facility located on… Read More »
Uncovering Louisiana Civil Code Article 2315 – What Damages Are Available to You in Your Louisiana Personal Injury Case?
After a person experiences injuries from a terrible car accident caused by another person’s negligent conduct, they may wonder exactly what type of damages they may recover if they bring a personal injury case. Indeed, under Louisiana civil laws, a car accident victim may be entitled to certain money compensation if they were injured… Read More »
Three Things Injured Louisiana Workers Wished They Knew Earlier about Workers’ Compensation in Louisiana
The internet is rife with misinformation these days, and when it comes to workers’ compensation laws in Louisiana, “word of mouth” information may not be any more reliable. Accordingly, when a Louisiana worker is injured on the job and disabled from working, he or she may have a lot of questions about where to… Read More »
If You are a Worker in Louisiana that Works from Heights, You May Want to Read This
There is no doubt that some of the toughest jobs in Louisiana involve work that is done from heights. From roofing work to firefighting, retail and warehouse work to steel working, and from construction to crane operating, a variety of important and necessary jobs require workers to scale scaffoldings, ladders, and platforms in order… Read More »
Mississippi Workers’ Compensation: What Exactly is it?
Most Mississippi workers are likely aware that if they are injured at work they are entitled to important financial benefits while they are disabled from working their regular jobs (with some exceptions). However, like most things these days, there is much misinformation about what exactly Mississippi workers’ compensation benefits are and the purpose of… Read More »