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An estimated 1.3 million people encounter significant amounts of asbestos in the workplace every day, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Manufacturers stopped using asbestos in the 1970s, but many older materials contain these harmful minerals that cause serious illness and death to thousands of people in the United States. Companies used…

After a workplace accident, you may assume a workers’ compensation claim is your only recourse for obtaining compensation for your injuries. While West Virginia’s workers’ comp system is an excellent course of action after many workplace accidents, some circumstances deserve the attention of a judge or jury. Learn the difference between workers’ comp and personal…

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration reports that out of 4,379 worker fatalities in the year 2015, 21.4% (937) occurred in the construction industry. Construction is a highly dangerous industry in which workers have to operate heavy machinery, work from great heights, handle toxic chemicals, and work with electricity. Fatal and nonfatal construction injuries…

Employers have an obligation to furnish their employees with a workplace free of hazards. Employees can also do their part to ensure a safe and hazard-free workplace by staying vigilant and using common sense. Workplace injuries happen every day, and it’s important to understand your rights if you’ve been injured on the job. A workers’…

Stress is a part of life – especially in a day and age where we’re never really away from our jobs. Many people literally take work home with them, and it’s difficult to ever find a chance to relax and unwind. As a result, many workers start to break down mentally, physically, and socially. You…