What does Obama labor appointee have to say about OSHA?
The Senate grilled President-elect Obama’s pick for Labor Secretary on a variety of issues at her confirmation hearing.
Legal
Worker paralyzed from fall wins big jury award
Worker’s comp shields companies from expensive lawsuits (most of the time) when a worker is injured on the job. But injured workers can file — and win — expensive lawsuits against third parties involved in the incidents.
Worker hurt on break — do you still owe comp?
In light of a recent court decision, you might be paying workers’ comp for employees who are injured while they’re on break.
Safety trumps disability law, according to feds
Disability laws don’t trump OSHA rules on required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Which states have highest workers’ comp rates?
A new report shows workers’ comp reform laws in two states have brought down premiums significantly.
