The Chicago workplace injury lawyers at Briskman Briskman & Greenberg recently released an informative video discussing the prevalence of work injuries during Chicago winters. This video can help injured workers understand their right to pursue meaningful compensation through a workers’ compensation claim, potentially offsetting the financial impact the accident had on their lives. The National Weather Service reports that December through February marks Chicago’s true “snow season.” During this period, all workers—but especially those who spend a significant amount of time outside—face additional risks, including slip and fall accidents and those involving exposure to cold temperatures, which can result in trench foot, frostbite, hypothermia and chilblains. Approximately 20 percent of all workplace accidents are the result of falls, many of which are preventable had an employer taken the necessary safety precautions. For example, employers should be sure to clear all w...
