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Employee died of ‘overwork’


November 9, 2009 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Fatality, fatigue, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

“I’m working myself to death.” Officials in Japan take that notion seriously and are holding companies accountable. The latest case involves a restaurant manager.

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Can employer deny overtime to worker on light duty?


April 17, 2009 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: cost of safety, disabilities and safety, Lawsuits, Special Report, Worker health, Workers' comp

Blanket policies barring employees on light or limited duty from working overtime violate the Americans with Disabilities Act, according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

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Fatigue: New state law bans mandatory OT for nurses


November 4, 2008 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: fatigue, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

A new state law eliminates mandatory overtime for nurses at all healthcare facilities. It’s a matter of safety for the nurses — and patients.

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