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A recent phenomenon has picked up steam for the past few years as companies have started opting out of state workers’ compensation plans. The International Association of Industrial Accident Boards and Commissions, an independent entity, examined the effect of these opt-out plans on employees and sought to discover what happens to workers when they are…
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA’s) new silica rule is poised to place stricter limits on industries like construction, steel manufacturing, and maritime trades. Specifically, the proposed permissible exposure limit will be lowered by 50%; employees may not be exposed to more than 50 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m3) of air over an average…
The minimum wage debate is an ongoing, hotly contested subject. Proponents of the suggested $15/hour minimum cite clear benefits – families would have more income to secure a better standard of living and wouldn’t have to rely on government programs for support. However, the recommended increase has also sparked some concern. Opponents are quick to…
When summer begins, many teens and college students look for part-time work. They may settle on jobs like landscaping, construction, and maintenance, which can have high rates of injury. Even jobs in places like coffee shops and movie theaters can lead to burn injuries. Unfortunately, many teens entering the work force are unaware of their…
When an accident happens, designating liability is usually pretty straightforward. If you are injured due to a car accident that is not your fault, for example, you may seek damages from the other driver. Thanks to advances in technology, however, the rules are becoming less black-and-white. In an interesting case involving Volkswagen in Germany, a…
Without knowledge of what to avoid and how to protect yourself, almost any job can be dangerous. The attorneys at DiMarco, Araujo, and Montevideo see Orange County residents with work injuries every day. The better you know what hazards might crop up at work, the more the DAM Law Firm can help you avoid injury….