Maintenance Worker Died in Sewer Flash Flood
Gustavo Briceno and another employee of Kenny Construction were working in the northwest side of the North Rockwall Street sewer. Flash floods hit around 8:30 p.m., and their maintenance job was [...]
Workers Compensation In History
The idea of workers compensation dates back further than you might expect. The topic was first documented in the Code of Ur-Nammu, which is the oldest known law code that exists today, estimated [...]
GWC Remembers 9/11/2001
While you’re getting ready for another busy day today, remember to take a brief moment out and reflect on what is important. We never know when something unexpected may happen, such as the [...]
Building Blocks for a Solid Construction Negligence Practice
Since the demise of the Illinois Structural Work Act in 1995, Illinois courts have not always been receptive to injured workers’ arguments in construction negligence cases. GWC has been [...]
Silica Dust To Be Reduced
GWC is pleased to share the news that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has proposed a new, long-awaited rule that would significantly reduce workers exposure to silica [...]