Workplace Health and Safety

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What is OSHA?
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Workplace Safety

What is OSHA?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is a U.S. Department of Labor agency created in 1971 to enforce workplace safety and health standards. It sets regulations, performs inspections, and can issue citations and fines for violations to reduce injuries and deaths. This article explains what OSHA is, what it does, and how it impacts […]
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Your Rights to Medical Marijuana Reimbursement After a Workplace Injury
Cannabis Law and Policy Disability Rights
Disability Rights Law Legal Rights Legal Rights and Responsibilities Personal Injury and Workers Compensation Workplace Health and Safety

Your Rights to Medical Marijuana Reimbursement After a Workplace Injury

February 27, 2026 • By Guest Post
You may be eligible for medical marijuana reimbursement through workers’ comp if it’s medically necessary and properly prescribed/authorized. In New York and similar states, approval often depends on documentation, a certified provider, and meeting workers’ compensation treatment rules. This article explains eligibility, required proof, and steps to seek reimbursement. Recovery after a workplace injury can […]
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How Contractors Can Avoid Construction Liability Through Smart Utility Locating
Construction Law Liability Law
Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Workplace Health and Safety

How Contractors Can Avoid Construction Liability Through Smart Utility Locating

February 20, 2026 • By Guest Post
Smart utility locating prevents up to 99% of utility strikes, helping contractors avoid major construction liability. With 400,000–800,000 strikes annually averaging $4,000 each and causing 1,906 injuries and 400 deaths (2000–2020), compliance is essential. This article explains best practices to locate utilities, follow 811 rules, document work, and reduce penalties. Annual utility strikes total between […]
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Why Workplace Back Injuries Are Harder to Treat and How Claims Reflect That
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Injury Claims Medical Malpractice Workplace Health and Safety

Why Workplace Back Injuries Are Harder to Treat and How Claims Reflect That

January 6, 2026 • By Guest Post
Workplace back injuries are often harder to treat because they can involve multiple spinal structures and typically heal more slowly than many other on-the-job injuries, driving longer treatment timelines and higher claim costs. Symptoms may be delayed, diagnoses can be complex, and returning to physical work too soon can worsen the condition. This article explains […]
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Essential Payroll Records Employers Must Keep to Avoid Legal Penalties
Business Law Compliance Violations
Corporate Law Employment Law Financial Compliance Workplace Health and Safety

Essential Payroll Records Employers Must Keep to Avoid Legal Penalties

November 19, 2025 • By Guest Post
Employers must keep payroll records for at least 3 years under the FLSA, including hours worked, wages paid, and deductions. Complete files also support tax reporting and defense in wage-and-hour audits or claims. This article lists the essential payroll documents to retain, how long to keep them, and common compliance mistakes to avoid. Maintaining accurate […]
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Do You Have to be an Employee to Qualify as a Whistleblower?
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Contracts Corporate Law Employment Law Federal Law Government Regulations Workplace Health and Safety

Do You Have to be an Employee to Qualify as a Whistleblower?

November 11, 2025 • By Guest Post
No—many whistleblower laws protect non-employees, including contractors, applicants, and even certain outsiders, depending on the statute. Eligibility and anti-retaliation rights vary by agency and program, but the key is reporting suspected legal violations through a covered channel. This article explains who can qualify and what protections may apply. Society needs whistleblowers to expose and modify […]
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Employee Right to Pay Transparency: How Pay Stubs Support Fair Wage Laws
Anti-Discrimination Laws Collective Bargaining
Employment Law Labor/Employment/Pension Remote Work Regulations Workplace Health and Safety

Employee Right to Pay Transparency: How Pay Stubs Support Fair Wage Laws

November 3, 2025 • By Guest Post
Pay stubs document 3 essentials—hours worked, pay rate, and deductions—making them key evidence for pay transparency and wage claims. They help employees spot underpayment, illegal deductions, and overtime errors under federal and state laws. This article explains how pay stubs support fair wage enforcement and what to do if yours are missing or inaccurate. Pay […]
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