The U.S. Department of Labor reported that Wyoming coal operators worked 314,869 hours and produced 2,424,369 short tons of coal in 2020. Wyoming coal mines had 4,747 employees working in Wyoming in 2020. Still, the state reported only three nonfatal injuries with days lost and no fatalities throughout the year. Although mining accidents in Wyoming…
Regardless of what type, mining is a dangerous occupation. Of course, accidents can happen at any job. However, the number of different occupational hazards that miners have to deal with on a daily basis is higher than most. Between the risk of cave-ins, heavy machinery accidents, and long-term occupational diseases, danger abounds in mines. Occupational…
The explosion of a pipeline can result in devastating consequences. In fact, according to the US DOT Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, over the past 3 years, there has been an average of 30 serious pipeline incidents, resulting in an average of 11 fatalities and 52 injuries each year. Pipeline explosion accidents are an…
Uber and Lyft generally provide safe transportation and have been doing so in Wyoming since 2017. Unfortunately, accidents do still happen when you are using these “transportation network companies.” Your Uber is not invincible. Accidents may happen as a result of human error, poor driving conditions, or other unforeseen factors. Whatever the cause, if you…
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Wyoming was the most dangerous state for drivers in 2019. With 25.4 deaths per 100,000 residents, Wyoming took the lead over all other states despite having a comparatively low population. Wyoming’s appeal for residents and visitors is the window it provides into the surrounding natural beauty and…
If you’ve been injured due to the conduct of another, you may wonder how to win the most money in a personal injury lawsuit. After filing a personal injury claim, relying on tips to maximize your compensation is key to getting fair compensation. What Is a Personal Injury Claim? A person files a personal injury…
Medical providers receive countless years of education to be able to give their patients quality healthcare. Unfortunately, some healthcare providers take this privilege for granted, severely injuring patients and altering their lives for the worse. If you’ve ever suffered an injury at the hands of a healthcare provider, you might consider suing for medical malpractice.…
Dogs have earned the title of “man’s best friend,” but there can also be a negative side to owning or interacting with dogs. Unfortunately, some dogs have vicious tendencies and have a propensity for attacking innocent victims. And even if a dog doesn’t have that tendency normally, under certain circumstances, almost any dog can bite…
At a car accident scene, many do not believe they suffered common car accident injuries because they feel no symptoms. However, in some cases, symptoms of pain after a car accident indicate more severe injuries. Even if you feel fine, it’s important to get checked by a medical professional. They may notice symptoms and risks…
Some car accidents are worse than others. But even if you suffered minimal injuries and property damage, a minor rear-end accident can still be a pain in your neck and wallet. You should receive compensation for your accident-related losses and suffering. Minor car accident settlement amounts vary depending on the facts of each case, but…