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OSHA and Chemical Exposure – A Work In Progress

As a part of our ongoing series that looks at the dangers of chemical exposure in the workplace, this post examines how OSHA has handled this important issue. In a previous blog, we examined the fact that OSHA had just created online tools to help address the continually-growing danger presented by chemical exposure: “…Unfortunately, OSHA’s… Read more

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“Chemical exposure – even for a short time – can have devastating effects”

As we’ve discussed in previous posts, chemical exposure in the workplace can lead to life-altering conditions – and might even prove fatal. If your workplace failed to provide the necessary safety equipment or training regarding hazardous materials, you could face a wide range of devastating injuries. Methyl Bromide – What Is It? One such dangerous… Read more

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Martin Lawyers Named to Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

  We are pleased to announce that once again, Martin Law has eight lawyers who have been named to the 2015 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. Martin Law attorneys have a long tradition of making the list and 2015 marks the 10th year in a row that George Martin has been named as a… Read more

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Several medical conditions might qualify for disability benefits

When you are considering applying for Social Security Disability Insurance, there are several factors for you to consider. As we discussed last week, certain illnesses like cancer can often meet the requirements for a qualifying medical condition. Cancer, however, isn’t the only medical issue that qualifies for SSDI or SSI. There are several medical conditions… Read more

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Chemical Exposure: An Ongoing Crisis

In the past, we’ve blogged about the harm that chemical exposure can pose to workers and other individuals. Two recent CBS Philly stories have highlighted the ever-present danger of chemical exposure, and we will be providing more in-depth analysis of those situations in the coming weeks. As a primer on this topic, we invite you… Read more

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Can you get disability support for cancer?

When you think of a disability, do you often think of only injuries? For instance, the first thing many people consider is paralysis. If you’re in an accident or injured at work and you’re paralyzed, you’re clearly going to be barred from most jobs, so you’re going to be able to seek disability payments. While… Read more