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February 2018 Articles
OSHA increases enforcement of silica rule
In 2013, OSHA implemented a new crystalline silica standard for construction companies in New York and throughout the country. In January 2018, OSHA adjusted the fines that these companies must pay for violating that rule. They will be fined $12,934 per violation in addition to the same amount per day...
How a lawyer can help with a workers’ comp case
Although worker safety should be a top priority for employers, safety hazards are often overlooked. Employees may face safety threats daily, and on the job injuries are a common occurrence. A prevalent problem In 2016, nearly 3 million workplace injuries were reported in the U.S. Almost 140,000 of those injuries...
What are the “fatal four” injuries in the construction industry?
According to the 2016 Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), 63.7 percent of worker fatalities occurring in the construction industry resulted from injuries sustained from one of the “Fatal Four” accidents. What are the “Fatal Four”? Falls — According to OSHA, fall protection...
Report shows truck drivers have the most fatal jobs
When the road is your workplace, you encounter a number of dangers. From icy roads to aggressive and reckless motorists, truck drivers face a higher risk of serious crashes in general. Delivery drivers also have to deal with unsafe paths and doorsteps. Workers with tractor trailers need to manage the...
Common mistakes workers make that jeopardize workers’ compensation claims
After a workplace accident, you may be overwhelmed and unsure of how to protect your physical and financial well-being. Unfortunately, this hesitation can lead to mistakes that hinder your ability to collect necessary workers’ compensation benefits. Below, we outline three of the most common ways that many workers unintentionally harm...
Are workers’ compensation and personal injury claims the same thing?
Many workers mistakenly assume that workers’ compensation and personal injury claims are the same. While both types of claims help injured persons pursue financial benefits after an accident or injury, they are distinct in scope and nature. In some cases, injured workers can receive workers’ compensation and personal injury damages...