For over fifty years, workers in the United States have had specific legal protections designed to keep them safe from being seriously hurt or killed while on the job in a work accident. Congress explains that the “Occupational Safety and
News & Media Blog
The News & Media Blog published by Allen Law Group focuses on legal issues related to workplace injuries, particularly those affecting union ironworkers in the Chicago area. It covers topics such as workers' rights after job-site injuries, safety regulations and employer responsibilities, and the unique hazards faced by ironworkers on high-rise and bridge construction projects. The blog also discusses major local construction projects where ironworkers are at risk, winter weather hazards impacting job safety, and the complexities of pursuing injury claims and monetary damages in Illinois and Indiana. It provides information on legal duties, safety standards, and the process of investigating and litigating work accident cases.
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Federal FMCSA Regulations of Commercial Trucking: Impact on Truck Accident Claims
FMCSA Safety Rules and Semi-Truck Crashes in Illinois and Indiana
Overseen by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the commercial trucking industry in this country is required by law to obey federal regulations. These national safety laws apply both…
Remembering Those Who Died in a Fatal Work Accident: Workers’ Memorial Day Events
Throughout Illinois, Indiana, and the nation there will be events to honor fallen workers all week and particularly on Worker’s Memorial Day, April 28, 2026.
Honoring those who have died as the result of on-the-job injuries is important for all…
Danger of Severe Metal Fabrication Work Accidents in Illinois and Indiana
Steel mills are understandably impressive and vital to our state and national economies, but without metal fabricators everything would grind to a halt. The dangerous and essential work of metal fabrication deserves respect, and fabricators must be kept safe from…
Transportation Accident: Highest Risk of Death on the Job for Steelworkers, Construction Workers
On-the-Job Accidents Involving Transportation Cause the Most Worker Deaths in Illinois and Indiana
Working as a steelworker, ironworker, or on any kind of construction site here in our part of the country comes with all sorts of physical injury risks. …
Ridesharing Drivers, Delivery Drivers and Accident Injury Claims: 1099 or W2?
Ridesharing drivers as well as couriers and delivery drivers hurt on the job may need to explore the extent of legal liability under the law for their harm, despite any initial independent contractor label.
Driving your own vehicle while on…
Five Safety Tips for Rideshare Drivers in Illinois and Indiana
Five Tips for Rideshare Safety For Riders in Illinois and Indiana
Rideshare services are extremely popular in our part of the country, particularly in our urban areas. RideGuru, for instance, lists not only the well-known Uber and Lyft serving Chicago, but also services like Arro; Blacklane; Carmel; Curb; Talixo; Via;…
Allen Law Group: Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars®
What It Means When an Attorney Is Named a Super Lawyer®
Super Lawyers® is a national lawyer‑rating service owned by Thomson Reuters. It publishes an annual list of outstanding attorneys by state and practice area. Nominations are made by…
Using Attorney Recognition To Help Find the Right Lawyer to Hire: What is a Super Lawyer®?
For those who have suffered catastrophic bodily harm in an accident, understandably the immediate concern is to make sure they get the best medical care they can, as fast as possible. It can be an overwhelming event not just for…