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Can Employers Mandate Employees’ Covid-19 Vaccination?

The current emergency pandemic situation has brought fast and crucial changes in the applicable employment laws and regulations. The guidelines regarding this matter are evolving day by day, and employers must keep up to date. Employers can require their employees to get the Covid-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. However, there are specific exceptions.

An employer needs to maintain balance in the workplace when considering whether to mandate that employees receive the Covid-19 vaccine. Employers should evaluate each employee’s request to forego a vaccine separately. If you have questions or concerns about your employment, you should consult an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer.

Covid-19 Vaccination Exceptions

The Covid-19 vaccine’s long-term effects are unknown since it has been created and made available in such a short period of time. However, employers can require their employees to receive vaccinations against Covid-19 with specific exceptions.

Medical Reasons

Employees that cannot get the Covid-19 vaccination due to medical reasons can request an exception under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Religious Beliefs

Employees that Covid-19 vaccination violates their deeply held religious beliefs may also request to be exempted from vaccination due to religious objection. In such cases, employers must try to allow reasonable accommodations to these employees.

Evaluation Of Each Request Separately

An employer should assess each individual’s exception request when an employee claims that they cannot get vaccinated due to a disability or a deeply held religious belief. However, the employer will have to determine whether these exceptions pose a direct threat to their other employees’ health and safety. They are responsible for keeping their workplace safe and protecting their employees from being exposed to the virus.

If the employer cannot provide reasonable accommodation to the unvaccinated employee to reduce or eliminate a direct threat to the health and safety of their working environment, then they may exclude them from the workplace. In that case, the employer may refuse the entrance of the unvaccinated employee into the workspace. Nevertheless, this does not imply that they can terminate the employment of the employee. They should first decide if a reasonable accommodation can be provided, like working from home.

Potential Accommodations

Employees with disabilities that cannot get the Covid-19 vaccine for health reasons are protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”). Nevertheless, if the employer can prove that the unvaccinated employees pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others in the workplace and this danger of spreading the virus to others cannot be minimized by reasonable accommodation, then they may have a base to terminate their employment.

Like with the employees who are unable to receive the Covid-19 vaccine due to medical reasons, employees who are unable to receive the Covid-19 vaccine due to their religious beliefs should be offered reasonable accommodation and protected from losing their job. However, employers are not obligated to provide religious accommodations if they can prove the burden or costs occurring from this.

The employers are responsible for thoroughly discussing and trying to find an accommodation that minimizes the risk of the virus transmission by an unvaccinated employee in the workplace. Such accommodation may be:

  • Allow the employee to work remotely
  • Allow the employee to be physically at the workplace using personal protective equipment, like a mask and gloves
  • Allow the employee to work in a remote space that is not close to the other employees.

Regardless of the above accommodation suggestions, the employer may still reject the employee’s request to be exempted if they prove significant difficulty and harm occurring by this action. In case that the implementation of such accommodation results in financial or practical damage, the request may not be accepted.

Contact A Workers Compensation Attorney

It is not against the law for an employer to require that their employees receive the Covid-19 vaccination. There is protection from the law for employees who do not want to or cannot receive the Covid-19 vaccine in specific cases. An Ohio workers compensation lawyer can inform you about the rules under which you may request an exemption to receive the vaccine and guide you through the process.

Call us today at Workers’ Compensation Lawyers firm for your free consultation. There may be situations where an accommodation is not practically feasible. Each case and circumstances are different, and our team of legal experts can help you determine if your employer acted unlawfully and protect your rights.

President Biden Orders OSHA to Publish Clear Guidelines on COVID-19 Prevention

Right now, most employees who contract the Coronavirus are not able to file a worker’s compensation claim. Nurses, EMTs and retail workers are on the front lines. They deal with people who have the virus all day, every day. Yet they aren’t getting any real protection from their employers or the government. President Biden went a long way toward fixing this problem this week. In a new order handed down to OSHA, the President has demanded that they provide employers with clear guidelines on COVID-19 prevention.

Despite the fact that the virus has now been killing Americans since the beginning of last year, the OSHA safety and health standards have not changed.

Under this new program, entitled “Protecting Workers: Guidance in Mitigating and Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in the Workplace,” companies will finally get written guidance. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration will be providing the guidelines to employers immediately.

These new guidelines are meant to help employers prevent the spread of COVID-19. It also discusses how the virus can be spread and what a person can do to protect themselves from infection. The new guidelines on COVID-19 prevention will also educate employers on how to purchase adequate personal protective equipment and how to train their employees on how to use it. It also advised the company on how much PPE is required for their business.

The new program will also offer guidelines on how to properly clean and disinfect the workplace. It will also educate employers on what they can do to make sure their workplace has ample ventilation, especially with this deadly virus going around.

If you believe you’ve contracted COVID-19 in the workplace, you may have a potential workers compensation claim. Contact one of our Ohio workers compensation attorneys as soon as possible so we can discuss your case. 

How To Prepare For A Deposition

Sworn testimony of people involved in a lawsuit filed with the court is called deposition. A deposition is a process made by a lawyer to obtain information on the events concerning the matter of the case.

The participants of the deposition usually meet in a law office with a court reporter. These testimonies will be recorded on video, and the official transcript will be shared with you and your lawyer. Then, you may correct or amend your responses.

It is crucial to go to your deposition well prepared. You should arrange a teleconference or face-to-face meeting with your workers’ compensation lawyer before your deposition.

If you file a workers’ compensation claim, you will be called for a deposition. You will be asked questions about how you got injured or fell ill, your medical treatment and recovery, and your current health condition. Moreover, you will be asked questions regarding the following:

  • Your personal details
  • Your employment history
  • How you got injured or developed your illness
  • Your previous medical history
  • The medical treatment and expenses for your work injury or illness
  • Any disabilities or incapability to work resulting from your injury or illness

Getting Prepared For Your Deposition

When an employee files a workers’ comp claim, the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation and the employer will investigate and try to challenge the compensation claim. Usually, part of this process is to call the claimant for a deposition.

Your workers’ compensation attorney will help you collect all the documentation and information that will be needed to prove your claims. You should include all information, such as eye witness reports, expenses receipts, photographs, your medical history, your employment history, your financial history, and others.

You will go through all the information with your lawyer to refresh your memory about all the events that made you decide to file the lawsuit.

Furthermore, your workers’ compensation lawyer will guide you on responding to the questions while being under oath. First of all, you have to be truthful at all times. Your answers must be short and on point.

Deposition Tips

You may find the following advice useful for your deposition to be successful.

  • Being under oath might be very stressful for some people. Your lawyer may give you some tips on how to stay calm during the process, like taking short breaks to clear your thoughts.
  • Answer the question that is asked without offering any further information. The lawyer of your opponent is paid to obtain specific information to use against you.
  • Be careful with statements included in a question that may be inaccurate. If the examiner summarizes your prior testimony, do not accept it unless it’s totally accurate. Also, the questioner may be using leading questions to try to put words in your mouth.
  • When you complete your answer, and you are sure about its accuracy and truthfulness, stop talking and stay silent. Do not add anything to your reply just because you feel uncomfortable by the silence.
  • Do not try to explain your answers. You are required to answer only what the question asks.
  • Do not answer a question that you did not understand. You are not supposed to guess what the question means. The lawyer must form questions that are clear and comprehensive.
  • It would help if you tried to stay on the topic and resist the impulse to omit or add any details.
  • If you cannot remember a detail they ask you, you should simply answer that you cannot recall these specifics like a time and date. However, if you remember vaguely, it is ok to give an answer, as long as you state that your answer is an estimation.
  • You may need a document to help respond to a question accurately. You are allowed to ask for it. However, if the examiner requests a document from you, you should consult your lawyer before you provide them with it.
  • If your attorney objects to a question, they have to instruct you not to answer clearly. Otherwise, you may have to answer the question.
  • Do not use humor or sarcasm in your answers because it may be misinterpreted in writing. Furthermore, it would be best if you did not argue with the examiner or express anger.

Contact A Workers’ Compensation Lawyer In Ohio

If you are concerned about your deposition, you should seek advice from a workers’ compensation lawyer. Call us today at Workers’ Compensation Lawyers law firm for your free consultation. Our team of professional workers’ compensation attorneys can help you prepare for your deposition for a successful outcome.

 

Ohio Courts Confirm Ruling on Light Duty for Workers Comp Claimants

The Ohio Code has always been pretty clear about the rules regarding light duty for workers comp claimants. If somebody is out on worker’s compensation, their employer may make an offer for them to work light duty. If the employee rejects that offer, the employer can file a request to have their workers comp benefits terminated. Until recently, there hadn’t been a serious challenge to this rule.

This past year, however, there was a case in Ohio (State ex rel. Ryan Alternative Staffing v Moss) that appeared to change the law when it came to offers of light duty for workers comp claimants. A woman was hurt on the job and was out of work on workers comp. At the time, she was receiving temporary total workers comp benefits.

At one point, her employer called her and made her an offer to come in and work light duty. She refused the position, stating that she had to stay home and take care of her disabled grandchild. The staffing agency that she was employed with put the offer in writing and mailed it to her via certified mail as required by law. She rejected the offer again and, that same day, put in a claim for disability.

She was denied benefits and her workers comp claim was terminated. She challenged the decision in court and won. The lower court found that she had every right to refuse the light duty because the hours they were offering her conflicted with her schedule. The employer appealed.

On appeal, the court reversed the lower court’s decision. They held that an employee’s workers comp benefits can be terminated if they refuse an offer of light duty. In Moss’ case, her rejection had absolutely nothing to do with her injury. 

If you feel that you’re being pressured into accepting a light duty position, call an Ohio workers compensation attorney right away.

Source: https://www.natlawreview.com/article/ohio-court-injured-workers-cannot-reject-valid-light-duty-offers-made-good-faith

Hostile Work Environment

In Ohio, an employee can sue for a hostile work environment when they face discrimination by their boss or coworkers’ actions. These malicious actions must be associated with the employee’s age, gender, religion, race, disability, or other. The job of an employee becomes impossible when their boss or coworker acts discriminatory. Ohio’s legal system provides employees the means to fight back against unlawful intimidation.

Even though it is questionable that the employer will be held liable for this type of harassment, they are responsible for their employees once they are informed of a hostile work environment. The employees can file a lawsuit for a hostile work environment, discrimination, or harassment.

Both of the following two standards determine the severity of an abusive work environment:

  • Objective standard: The behavior is found abusive by any reasonable person
  • Subjective standard: The employee facing the issue considers the behavior abusive

An employee must prove that the actions were severe or pervasive to establish a hostile work environment claim. The courts will decide if the environment is hostile, considering all the circumstances along with the severity of the actions.

Most people face stress at work at various levels. However, if the level of stress becomes extreme, causing psychological injury, you may be able to file a claim for workers’ compensation.

If you or someone you love suffer psychological injuries from a hostile working environment, you should consult a Cleveland workers’ comp attorney.

Working in a hostility free place is not too much to ask. However, people facing bullying at work are a lot. The effect on a person’s mental and physical health may be severe.

Employers should also be aware of the negative results of an unhealthy work environment. Such working conditions can make employees unhappy and unproductive.

Definition Of A Hostile Work Environment

It is imperative to understand what constitutes a hostile work environment from a legal perspective. Not all bullying at work cases is unlawful. Federal, state, and local employment statutes forbid discrimination based on many elements, such as race, sex, disability, and religion. Harassment based on any protected group of people is defined as discrimination.

Protected Categories

Discrimination is prohibited nationwide based on the following characteristics:

  • Race
  • Color
  • National origin
  • Religion
  • Sex
  • Age
  • Disability

Further to these, there are some state and municipal employment statutes with broader protection coverage than federal law. These statutes also protect categories like marital status, sexual orientation, and gender expression.

The federal employment discrimination laws are enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The EEOC defines a hostile work environment as unwelcome behavior based on a protected category that is severe or pervasive enough that a reasonable person would find it to be abusive, hostile, or intimidating. When harassment is based on a characteristic not protected by federal law, it cannot be determined as unlawful. It will be considered unlawful only under the state’s jurisdiction, city, or town where it is protected.

Sexual harassment is a type of sex discrimination and is unlawful across the country.

Unwelcome Conduct

Workplace bullying entails conduct that the victim did not invite or welcome.

There is not a particular legal definition for “unwelcome.” However, there are times when bullying at the workplace is so obviously cruel that anyone could perceive the conduct as unwelcome. “Unwelcome” behavior may be generally characterized by the following:

  • The victim did not initiate the interaction
  • Once the conduct was initiated, the victim did not encourage it
  • The victim rejected the conduct

Nevertheless, an employee receiving unwelcome behavior may not react, especially if the harasser is their supervisor.

Severe Or Pervasive Conduct

A hostile work environment claim must be supported with evidence proving an ongoing pattern of hostile behavior that resulted in a cumulative effect on the recipient. A single incident may be described as an annoyance unless it is extremely serious. However, ongoing abuse may result in unwillingness or fear to go to work. The court is using the term “severe or pervasive.”

The Standard Of A “Reasonable Person”

The law uses the reasonable person standard to define whether the conduct was hostile or abusive. If a reasonable person under similar circumstances finds the behavior hostile or abusive, it can support the hostile work environment claim.

Contact A Workers’ Compensation Lawyer In Ohio

If you or someone you love are experiencing a hostile work environment, you should seek advice from a workers’ compensation attorney. Call us at Workers’ Compensation Lawyers law firm for your free consultation. Our team of experienced workers’ compensation lawyers can help you understand your rights and protect yourself.

 

Emails Prove that OptumRx Department Overcharged for Workers Comp Prescriptions in Ohio

When people in Ohio get injured at work, they have to apply for workers compensation benefits. Part of these benefits include reimbursement for any medical care and prescriptions. The Bureau of Workers Compensation uses a company called OptumRx to fill their workers comp prescriptions in Ohio.

The agreement between the Ohio Workers Compensation Board and OptumRx states that the pharmacy will charge the lowest available prices for any prescriptions filled. When someone in Ohio is out on workers compensation, they’re required to comply with their doctor’s treatment recommendations. If their doctor tells them to take a certain medication, they need to take it. They would order these medications through OptumRx.

OptumRx has a department called Pharmacy Benefits Management Solutions. They are responsible for ensuring that the correct prices are being charged for workers comp claims and prescriptions. When the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation realized they were being overcharged, they filed suit against OptumRx and PBM.

The lawsuit alleges that the pharmacy overcharged the Workers Comp Bureau on more than 1.3 million different prescription claims for reimbursement. The total amount of the overpricing was close to $16 million. The report did not indicate if the lawsuit was for this amount or a greater amount.

This past week, the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation was able to prove that there were emails internally at OptumRx and PBM showing they knew about the overcharging. This may be enough to make the case settle a lot faster than anticipated. Trial is schedule for the latter part of 2021.

If you’ve been injured at work and are currently receiving workers comp prescriptions in Ohio through the Bureau of Workers Compensation, be careful. If you feel you have been taken advantage of or have not received the benefits you deserve, contact an Ohio workers’ compensation lawyer right away. 

Source: https://www.workcompcentral.com/news/article/id/8c3d76d1b2f285ff72e018540a6dfe9cbc0e9af3

Unemployment Benefits Denied

During the pandemic era, unemployment rates are getting higher every day. It is crucial to understand how unemployment insurance works, under which circumstances benefits may be denied, and how you can appeal.

Proving eligibility can be complicated. If you or someone you love became unemployed recently and need advice on how to handle this situation, contact an Ohio workers’ compensation lawyer to help you protect your rights and get the unemployment benefits you deserve.

How To Be Eligible For Unemployment

Firstly, you must prove that you are temporarily out of work. Second, you must meet the minimum earnings requirements of your state. If you fail to meet these requirements, your unemployment benefits claim will be denied.

Another general rule is that if you quit your job, you cannot get unemployment benefits unless you left your job for a “good cause.” A specific fact-based analysis in each state determines the good cause and whether you are eligible for collecting unemployment benefits. However, some common situations in all jurisdictions justify quitting your job and allow you to collect unemployment benefits. Some examples of these situations are the following:

  • If you were forced to quit your job due to discrimination and harassment – if your working environment is unbearable, due to constant harassment on the job, it constitutes violations of the federal and state antidiscrimination laws. This is called constructive discharge.
  • If your workplace is hazardous, employers violate the Safety State Laws, forcing their employees to use not well maintained and dangerous equipment or breath toxic fumes. In such a case, walking out of there can be justified.
  • If your employer acts illegally – when your employer engages in illegal acts, quitting your job and not being part of this law violation is the right thing to do.
  • If you need to relocate due to health issues or family reasons – if you need to move away to take care of a person you love that needs your help, or if you need to move away because you are seeking medical treatment for yourself, quitting your job is justified. Another example is when your spouse is a military officer that is relocated, and you need to follow them to the new location.

It is certain that if your situation can not justify a good cause for leaving your job, your unemployment claim will be denied. If you just voluntarily quit your job, you cannot be entitled to any benefit.

Another reason to be denied your unemployment claim is being fired from your job for misconduct. Typical examples of misconduct are:

  • Not following the safety protocols
  • Ignoring the company’s rules and policies
  • Working under the influence of substances
  • Being always late at work
  • Being often absent from work
  • Stealing or engaging in other criminal activity

If you were fired because the company is trying to reduce their costs or because you are not a very good fit for the position, you will typically still qualify for unemployment.

Ready, Willing, and Able to Work

If you are laid off from work, you must demonstrate your ability and willingness to find another job and be eligible for unemployment benefits. You must show proof of your job search. During the Covid-19 pandemic, some states are not very strict with this condition.

Nevertheless, even if you want to stay at home for a good reason, like taking care of your kids, you will probably not qualify for unemployment.

Unemployment Benefits Application Procedure

You can file your unemployment application online, in person, or over the phone. However, you have to be careful with the instructions and provide all the necessary information correctly.

You can always visit your local unemployment office for clarifications.

Unemployment During the Pandemic

If you need to quit your job and stay home to take care of your children while schools are closed due to the pandemic, you still qualify for unemployment. Furthermore, if the conditions at work are not proper and you are in imminent danger, you can refuse to work and still be qualified for unemployment.

What to Do When Unemployment Claim Is Denied

If your claim is denied, you can file for an appeal. Keep in mind that there are time limits for these procedures.

If you need more information about your unemployment benefits, you should consult an experienced workers’ compensation attorney. It is best to get legal advice and protect your rights. Call us today at Workers Compensation Lawyers firm for your free consultation.

 

Bureau of Workers Compensation Provides Help for Ohio Businesses During COVID-19 Pandemic

When the COVID-19 pandemic first hit the United States, one of the biggest concerns was a lack of personal protective equipment (PPE). Companies in Ohio and all over the nation were begging the government for PPE, especially masks. Last spring, the Bureau of Workers Compensation in Ohio managed to provide help for Ohio businesses, supplying more than 23 million masks. Sadly, while this certainly helped, it only put a minor dent in the needs of small and medium-sized businesses.

This past week, the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation is reaching out again to assist local businesses. They have hired two companies to produce another round of at least 23 million masks. They are also having them manufacture and distribute other forms of PPE. The masks are free to any business in Ohio that asks for them. 

The Bureau of Workers Compensation started having these masks produced in late November. They expect it may take up until the Summer of 2021 for the 23 million masks to be completed. In the meantime, they are letting workers and companies know they can ask for help.

In addition to masks and PPE, the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation has also provided local businesses with more than $8 billion in aid. These monies are meant to help companies deal with COVID-19 and help protect their workers. Of course, frontline workers are the ones in greatest need of these free masks.

There is a need much greater need of help for Ohio businesses than the Bureau of Workers Compensation can fill. If you work for a company and have contracted COVID-19 or another related illness, reach out to Ohio workers compensation attorneys right away. Depending on the facts of your case, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation or disability benefits. 

Source: https://www.hometownstations.com/news/ohio-bwc-making-23-million-masks-for-ohio-businesses/article_55951a3a-46e2-11eb-95b5-531638905d25.html

Who Is Not Covered by Workers’ Compensation?

Ohio workers’ compensation covers most work-related injuries, fatal work accidents, and occupational illnesses. Any business in Ohio employing even one person must carry compensation insurance for workers. However, there are exceptions to this rule. There are specific types of workers and jobs, like part-time domestic workers, that are not covered by the traditional workers’ compensation.

The Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) covers workers and employers when injured at the workplace. They cover medical bills and income loss to employees injured at work or caught a disease while at work.

If you work as an independent contractor and are not sure about your qualifications, contact an Ohio workers’ compensation lawyer to clarify all about your concerns.

Not Covered By Workers’ Compensation

The groups of workers not covered by workers’ compensation insurance usually are covered by other types of insurance if they get injured at work. There are other legal options. For example, an injured worker may get compensated for their injuries if their employer gives notice to the state.

Types of Workers Typically Not Covered by Workers’ Compensation are the following:

  • Farm Workmen – Farmworkers are people working at businesses dealing with raising, feeding, and caring for wildlife. They are usually not covered by the workers’ compensation insurance unless their employer gives notice to the state.
  • Railroad Workers – The Railroad Workers Act covers the railroad employees, instead of workers’ comp. This is a 1903 Act created to protect railroad workers that got injured at work. Railroad employees are allowed through this Act to file a claim against their employer if they can prove that the railroad was even partially negligent and was responsible for the accident. They can get compensated for their medical expenses, loss of income, and pain and suffering.
  • Federal Employees – United States government employees, civil officers, and people rendering services similar to an employee or civil officer of the government are exempt from workers’ compensation. However, they are covered by the Federal Employee’s Compensation Act (FECA). If a federal employee gets injured at work, FECA may provide the following benefits:
    • Medical care benefits
    • Occupational rehabilitation
    • Partial or total disability benefits
    • Death benefits
  • Longshoremen – The workers’ compensation does not cover people working in a port. Nevertheless, longshoremen, like workers who build ships in a port, are covered by the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. This Act provides longshoremen compensation and benefits when injured at work. Benefits may include vocational rehabilitation, wage loss compensation, and medical care.
  • Independent Contractors – Typically, independent contractors, freelancers, and consultants are not covered by workers’ compensation. They cannot receive workers’ compensation because, since the 1099 exemption form, they pay for their own income tax.
  • Some Business Owners – Small business owners with three or more employees are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance.
  • Volunteers – Workers’ compensation insurance does not cover people that provide their services without payment received. However, volunteer firefighters and law enforcement personnel are some of the volunteer workers that are covered anyway.

What To Do After A Work Injury

After a work injury, you should do the following:

  • Report your injury to your supervisor as soon as possible.
  •  Complete a WC-14 Form, file it with SBWC, and send a copy to your employer and your insurance company.
  • Seek medical care and follow the instructions of the doctors. Keep your medical records.
  • Contact a workers’ compensation attorney.

If you don’t follow these steps, you risk losing your right to get compensated. Of course, there are other reasons for your claim to be denied, like disputing whether or not your injury was work-related.

Reasons Why A Work Injury Claim May Be Denied

Ohio workers’ compensation may not cover a worker’s injuries for the following reasons:

  • The worker did not receive medical care for their illness or injuries, and consequently, there is no medical record to prove the medical need for time off work.
  • The injury happened intentionally by the employee.
  • Less than three days out of work can not be considered a temporary disability.
  • The employee was drunk or under the influence of drugs.
  • Their supervisor advised the employee not to proceed with the act that injured them.
  • The employee did not follow the safety rules.

If you or someone you love has been injured at work, you may need to consult a specialized workers’ compensation lawyer. Our team of experts at Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Firm will help you build your case and file your compensation claim. Call us today for your free consultation.

Police ID Worker’s Body Retrieved from Debris of Collapsed Power Plant in Ohio

The police identified the worker whose body was retrieved from the debris of a collapsed power plant in Ohio. The worker was forty-two-year-old Doug Gray from northeastern Kentucky.

The man died in the collapse, says Pat Crowley, a spokesperson for Detroit-based demolition contractor Adam’s Group. Grey was from Greenup County, Kentucky.

Another worker is missing after the collapse of the Killen Generating Station in Manchester, on December 9. The authorities haven’t publicly shared the identity of the missing worker. 

Grey was found dead in the rubble on December 12. The workers from the Adamo Group were leading the search. According to the authorities, the rescue efforts were moved into a recovery mission.

The crews used heavy equipment to examine through the debris. Three other workers were also trapped and were rescued several hours after the collapse They were transferred to a hospital, but their conditions aren’t publicly known.

For now, it’s not known what caused the collapsed power plant in Ohio. The coal-fired generating station works since 1982 and was closed in 2018. It was relocated about seventy-five miles east of Cincinnati. 

These kinds of jobs bring a lot of risks of injuries, falls and even fatal outcomes. Losing a loved one while they work can be an especially traumatic experience. However, the family can file for a workers’ compensation claim as well as sue the company for not providing a safe working environment.

If you were injured in a similar situation while doing your job, you should seek medical help, inform your employer and then file for your workers’ compensation claim.

An Ohio workers’ compensation attorney would help you with your case, especially if there’s an indication that your employer failed to provide a safe working environment. Get answers today; our team of lawyers is here for you.

Source: https://fox8.com/news/body-recovered-from-ohio-power-plant-collapse-identified-1-man-still-missing/

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