Stressful situations often mean that the people involved in them aren't able to keep their minds on what they are doing. Whether you're dealing with stress that comes from a family or personal financial situation or the workplace itself is stressful, if your mind is...
Workplace Accidents
Preventing mining accidents
Unfortunately, we cannot predict when or where the next mining accident will occur. However, there are specific things that can be done to limit the risks of a mining accident.-- Train, train and train some more: Miners must have extensive safety training and there is...
Safety standards for scaffolds use in the construction industry
One of the most frequent citations from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration for construction work involves scaffolding. The hazards associated with the use of scaffolding are significant, accounting for fatalities each year in the construction industry....
Are roll bars important to use while working on a farm?
Tractor roll bars are an important safety tool that help save lives on farms. Farmers who used tractors without a roll bar risk being crushed if the tractor rolls over. Roll bars can cost upwards of $2,000 a piece, while those for John Deere tractors may be sold for...
What’s the differences between slips, trips and falls?
According to Carnegie Mellon University, 15 percent of all accidental deaths are due to slips, trips and falls. It is second only to fatalities caused by motor vehicles.Is there a difference between a slip, a trip and a fall? For victims, there really isn't much...
2 killed, 2 companies fined in Pearl Harbor deaths
If you've ever worked in a harbor, you know that it can be very dangerous if safety protocols aren't followed. Boats and machinery move around the harbor, and floating platforms and other structures are held in place but still shift with the currents. Buoys are used...
What are the most dangerous industries in Maryland?
Working is something most people have to do in Maryland. In order to supply your family with food, housing and the things they need, that could mean spending long hours at work or even taking on multiple jobs. Something you should know is the risk of injury in the...
Maryland man killed in workplace accident
No matter what type of job you have, there is always the chance that a workplace accident could occur. While this is more common in industries like construction than it is in others, it is important to pay attention to what is going on around you at all...
Mental disability not enough for Maryland officer’s retirement
When you're hurt at work in Maryland, you expect to receive compensation so that you can take the time you need to get better. In this case, a deputy who suffered a workplace injury wants to be allowed to work again, so he can retire can collect his retirement...
Digital tools and workplace accident prevention, part 2
In the first part of this post, we raised the question of how the application of enhanced technology could make for a safer and smarter workplace.The types of applications we are talking about go far beyond traditional tools like personal protective equipment....
-
Brian D. KatzenbergRated by Super Lawyersloading ...
-
Alex S. Katzenberg, IIIRated by Super Lawyersloading ...
-
Erin H. SnyderRated by Super Lawyersloading ...