workplace safety
What can employees do about dangerous work conditions?
Posted in Accident & Injury, Workplace Injuries and Claims on June 24, 2016
A Cleveland-area manufacturer was recently hit with nearly $90,000 in proposed penalties after being cited for a variety of dangerous work conditions. Fifteen serious violations, one repeat violation and one other-than-serious violation were issued following inspections earlier this year. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration cited fall hazards, slippery work surfaces, lack of proper...
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Key Facts About Back Injuries in the Workplace
Posted in Workplace Injuries and Claims on July 8, 2014
Back injuries are common in many types of work environments and can happen to anyone, at any time. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that more than one million workers suffer from back injuries each and every year. Preventing back injuries is considered to be one of the greatest workplace challenges employers and employees...
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OSHA: Is Your Boss Keeping You Safe?
Posted in Workplace Injuries and Claims on May 2, 2014
The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA) was enacted by Congress in 1970. It governs workplace safety in both the private sector and the United States federal government. The Act’s main goal is to ensure that employers maintain a safe working environment for their employees. A personal injury attorney can help you file an...
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That Was Close! – Near-Miss Incident Reporting
Posted in Accident & Injury on February 14, 2014
How many times have you marveled how lucky it was to avoid a close call while on the job? While narrowly escaping a workplace accident may just seem like a fortunate break, it’s actually an important opportunity. Taking the time to report a near-miss incident right now can prevent serious injuries in the future....
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‘Move Over Law’ Expanded to Protect Workers
Posted in Workplace Injuries and Claims on December 30, 2013
Governor John Kasich signed a bill into law on December 19 to protect Ohio road crews. Introduced by Senator Tom Patton (R-Strongsville), Senate Bill 137 updates the current “Move Over Law” to include highway construction vehicles. All motorists are now required to slow down and, if possible, move to an adjacent lane when approaching...
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Ohio factory cited for safety violations
Posted in Workplace Injuries and Claims on August 20, 2013
Republic Steel has been cited for 2 dozen safety violations and is facing federal penalties in excess of $1.1 million. Fifteen willful violations were discovered at the company’s steel manufacturing plant in Canton, Ohio. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspected the plant after receiving a formal complaint from the United Steelworks Union...
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Workplace Injuries Should Be Reported
Posted in Workplace Injuries and Claims on August 1, 2013
The Wall Street Journal recently ran an article stating there has been a 31 percent drop in workplace injury claims over the last decade. While that number appears encouraging, there is more to the story. In that same time period, there has also been a 50 percent rise in employer retaliation claims and some...
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Extreme Heat on the Job
Posted in Accident & Injury, Workplace Injuries and Claims on July 16, 2013
As the mercury rises, my heart goes out to workers laboring in the hot sun. They repair our roads, cut our lawns, harvest our food, and in some cases, literally provide the roof over our heads. Many of these jobs have obvious dangers, but in the summer months, workers exposed to hot and humid...
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