New trends change the way that we work. New machines make mass production quicker and easier. New formulas may make existing products better or stronger. Additions to the workforce can help companies manufacture more goods or provide more services to their customers. As technology advances, our workplaces must also change. These changes can lead to… Read more
For the second year in a row, Martin Law was a proud sponsor of last week’s 98.1 WOGL Loves Our Kids Radiothon to benefit Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Marketing Manager at the firm, April Colby, attended the Radiothon at CHOP and presented Martin Law’s donation of $3,000. The WOGL Radiothon is a fundraising event… Read more
The construction season is underway. With the economy slowly improving, more businesses may decide that now is the right time to start expanding their operations. Construction of new buildings can have jobsites filled with several types of different kinds of workers. While safety is usually a high priority, it is not uncommon for construction accidents… Read more
Many employees, if asked, would say that their workplace has safety procedures that could be put in place in the event they become necessary. Workers may even notice their workplace conducting a fire or severe weather drill, so that everyone knows how to proceed in an efficient fashion. A study by Staples.com of offices and… Read more
Many of us know people employed in very challenging work environments. Those in the manufacturing industry are constantly working with machines that could cause serious injuries if not used properly. Construction accidents are common at worksites because of the difficulty in getting all workers at the job site on the same page. Police and firefighters… Read more
Philadelphia law enforcement officers, take note: a study of police officers in a major metropolitan police department reveals that their occupation appears to be linked to a variety of significant health problems. The researchers, from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health of the Centers for Disease Control, the University of Buffalo and other… Read more
An on-the-job injury can take many different forms. Some of these injuries may result in time away from work, with workers’ compensation benefits being provided to the injured worker. Other injuries may be more serious, resulting in life-long disabilities. Occasionally, these employees are unable to return to their past positions, and might take on other… Read more
A workplace injury can happen at any time, and often, it catches workers by surprise. When those workers are under the weather, it can be difficult for them to have the necessary focus to complete their daily tasks. Many of these illnesses, like a cold of the flu, generally only require someone to be out… Read more
In the case Little v. Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board (B&L Ford/Chevrolet), the Court affirmed the denial of a fatal claim petition. The Court ruled that the decedent’s heart attack was not caused by furthering the employer’s business but in reaction to being terminated. The decedent had stopped working due to injuries and was terminated a… Read more
When people consider jobs that have a lot of heavy lifting, the might think of those who work in retail, manufacturing or shipping. The healthcare industry may not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, many individuals that have health problems are obese, which can place an additional burden on those treating the… Read more
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