An unsafe work environment is usually a sign of a deeper problem, like poor management or an overworked team. Working in an unsafe environment is not only a threat to your safety, it can also harm your mental health and diminish productivity. You should never tolerate threats to your safety, so here are a few … Read more
Some employers cut corners on safety and put their employees at risk of catastrophic work accidents. Here’s how to identify and report unsafe work conditions. According to OSHA and the Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations guidelines, all employers are required to provide their workers with a safe working environment. However, not all employers … Read more
In most cases, you can’t file a personal injury lawsuit against your employer if you’re injured on the job, even if this was due to unsafe conditions. However, you may still be entitled to compensation. If you’ve experienced an injury on the job in St. Louis or elsewhere in Missouri, you may be wondering what … Read more
Employers are not perfect and they often miss certain unsafe conditions. A subject that employers frequently revisit is workplace safety. They have two reasons to do so. The first is that they want their employees to be safe and productive. The second is that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) does regular checks on … Read more
In the U.S., heart disorders are responsible for more deaths than any other disease. Exposure to certain environmental conditions can cause or aggravate heart disease. Whether or not you qualify for workers’ compensation benefits for a heart disorder can be a complicated matter. It is often difficult to prove that a heart disorder is a result of workplace conditions. In … Read more