How employers can address fall hazards during construction
Many construction workers in Oklahoma and around the country die annually from falls that occur while they are erecting exterior and interior walls in residential structures. Employers can help to reduce falls and increase safety at the workplace by taking precautionary steps in addressing these workplace hazards. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration requires employers […]
3 Most Common Workers Comp Denial Reasons
Why Was My Workers Comp Claim Denied? Workers compensation claims are generally made for one of the following three reasons: an injury that occurs while at work, an illness caused by an occupation such as asbestos exposure, or a long term trauma caused by the job such as carpal tunnel. Most workers who file such […]
I was not involved in the riot/union strike but I still lost my job
Do I Have A Case Against My Union? When the workers where you work go on strike, you may be caught in the crossfire if all those people are fired. You may have gone to work every day, but it is possible that the company will fire everyone in a blanket move. You need to […]
Heavy vibrations in workplace can result in injuries
Vibration injuries in the workplace can be aggravating to Oklahoma workers who may not know the extent to which the vibrations harm their bodies. When a worker is exposed to repeated heavy vibrations over long periods of time, it can result in physical injuries that could require medical attention. These injuries generally fall into two […]
I used a baby wipe that wasn’t on the recall list, but my child still got sick
Who’s To Blame For My Child’s Sickness? There is an unspoken agreement that exists between the manufacturer of a product and the customer. That agreement dictates that the manufacturer of the product will do everything in their power to guarantee that the product they create is safe for their customer. In turn, the customer will […]
Avoiding and Overcoming Vehicular Hydroplaning
Avoiding And Overcoming Vehicular Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is a dangerous and frightening situation in which a vehicle gets away from the control of its driver. However, there are certain things drivers can do when confronting a hydroplaning event that may allow them regain at least partial control and prevent an accident. The Mechanics Of Hydroplaning The […]
A truck driver lied on his time reports and was driving drowsy when he hit me
A Truck Driver Lied On His Time Reports And Was Driving Drowsy When He Hit Me Approximately a half a million accidents occur each year involving semi-trucks and other motorists, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. About 5,000 people are killed as a result of these accidents, with thousands more injured – and […]
Who Is Responsible For a Hydroplaning Accident
Who Is Responsible For A Hydroplaning Accident? Accidents can occur for many reasons. Often they occur because of a negligent driver. There are some accidents where the cause may be more confusing, because weather conditions are involved. This is the case with hydroplaning. How Does Hydroplaning Occur? Hydroplaning occurs in rainy conditions. It can occur […]
Motor vehicle work accidents
In Oklahoma, a great number of workers are injured or killed each year in work-related driving accidents. These accidents account for the largest number of workplace fatalities every year, with 36 percent of all job fatalities in 2012 occurring due to such accidents. This statistic bears up across the country as well. Accidents occur on […]
What Happens If A Major Retail’s Union Goes On Strike?
What Happens If A Major Retail’s Union Goes On Strike? On retail’s biggest day of the year several union-backed employees of America’s largest major retailer united in a Black Friday strike. AFL-CIO has been in support of these organized Wal-Mart strikes for the last few years for a number of reasons. AFL-CIO President encouraged support […]
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