We are proud to announce that Martin Law, LLC has been listed as a Tier One Best Law Firm in Workers’ Compensation Law by Best Lawyers. The Best Law Firms rankings are based on an evaluation process that consists of collection of both client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in the same… Read more
This post originally appeared on our blog in November 2012. We are featuring it here as a part of our ongoing look at the dangers of chemical exposure and toxic substances in the workplace. Parkinson’s disease may be more common among industrial workers in Pennsylvania and the U.S., according to a recent study. Researchers reported… Read more
Every day, manicurists, pedicurists and other salon professionals are exposed to a variety of dangerous – yet often overlooked – workplace hazards. Some of these hazards pose an immediate risk, while other can cause long-term damage that builds up over time. Being exposed to chemicals and toxic fumes, coming into contact with biological hazards (such… Read more
Mental disorders can affect any type of worker in the U.S but a new study found that first responders who are new to the job have a higher risk of suffering from a mental disorder after witnessing repeated traumatic events while working. The study found that first responders, firefighters and police officers who are relatively… Read more
Forklifts are commonly used in the manufacturing and construction industry, making it vital that workers and employers in these industries understand the safety risks associated with forklifts. While many employers understand their duty to educate and train employees on how to drive forklifts, many employers and workers don’t understand the hazards of using forklifts and… Read more
A recent court ruling by the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board may have significant impact on future workers’ compensation cases filed in the state. The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board ruled that injured workers who file a workers’ compensation claim need to establish how their workplace injury contributed to their subsequent illness. The board said… Read more
Hydraulic fracturing or fracking has boomed in cities throughout the U.S., including in Pennsylvania. While there are still concerns over the environmental safety of hydraulic fracking, another issue has been added to the debate. A new study found that towns with hydraulic fracking operations for oil and natural gas have lead to an increase in… Read more
Many workers may still be affected by toxic exposure despite safety precautions and recommendations of using protective equipment, according to a study by the University of Gothenburg in Sweden. Exposure to toxins and chemicals at work is causing more workers to develop asthma and other health complications. Asthma is one of the most common diseases… Read more
Low-wage workers are more likely to suffer financial losses after suffering on-the-job injuries and illnesses, according to researchers at the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services. The report said that on average, only one in five low-wage workers have paid sick leave. When these workers are injured while working or suffer… Read more
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