The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration wants to fine Clarion Sintered Metals, Inc., a Pennsylvania-based manufacturing company, for an accident that severely injured one of its employees. The company could be fined as much as $74,000 relating
You can make a claim for a workplace injury or fatality
When you go to work, you're exposed to all kinds of hazards. If you drive for a living, you may be exposed to dangerous drivers or dangerous roadways. If you're a laboratory assistant, you may be exposed to dangerous viruses or chemicals. As a construction worker, you could be at risk of being hurt by falling objects or at risk of being struck by a vehicle in your road-side work zone.
Deadly workplace accidents: an historic look
Over the last century, workers have been increasingly protected by laws with regard to rights and safety. Today, workers have a high expectation of safety. Even in dangerous industries, employers have to work with employees to ensure safety measures are enacted, and workers who are hurt on the job have legal options for seeking compensation and coverage of expenses.
What type of care helps when you suffer an amputation?
One of the most traumatic injuries you can suffer on the job in Pennsylvania is an amputation. Even a partial amputation could mean that the body part has to be removed. You could have to deal with extreme pain and anguish, blood loss, shock, infection and many other complications.
How can child abuse by a parent be recognized?
The stress of divorcing can manifest in a multitude of ways. When children are involved, this stress can multiply leaving either parent fearful about possible mistreatment. An active mind that is already focused on the negative aspects of divorce can easily become filled with concerns about how the other parent is treating the children.
Family law issues deserve experienced legal representation
Family law covers an extensive array of issues. Many are related to divorce and separation, such as child custody, child support, property division and alimony. However, there are other areas of family law that are just as important. These include paternity, adoption and prenuptial agreements.
