Now that we are approaching the dog days of summer, it is important for workers and employers to be aware of the dangers of heat-related illnesses. It is especially important for employees in Pennsylvania who work outside this summer to be aware of the signs of heat stroke and other heat-related illnesses to stay safe… Read more
In March, three Martin Law partners took the Workers’ Compensation Certification exam held for the very first time by the Pennsylvania Bar Association. We are proud to announce that all three, George Martin, Joe Huttemann and Al Carlson, have been certified as a specialist in the practice of workers’ compensation law by the Pennsylvania Bar… Read more
Many workers in Pennsylvania are required to travel for their job. For some, this includes traveling outside of the U.S. to foreign countries. Reports show that business travelers have remained steady among U.S. workers despite the recession, and a recent survey found that the number of workers traveling for business will increase during the next… Read more
A bright flash at a Pennsylvania workplace can prove deadly especially when proper electricity controls are not in place. An arc flash happens when an electrical current leaves its designated path and connects with the ground or travels from one conductor to another. Electric shock injuries when a worker is near an arc flash can… Read more
The recent building collapse in Philadelphia highlights the dangers of operating demolition equipment and why it is important for companies to properly train workers on how to use this potentially dangerous equipment. Last week, a construction worker was using an excavator on a four-story building that was in the process of being demolished in downtown… Read more
As most of the Philadelphia community is aware, it was recently announced that the School District of Philadelphia will be proceeding with mass layoffs of as many as 3,783 teachers and support staff. So the question we ask is how might this or any lay off affect your rights if you are, were or are… Read more
Workplace hazards pose a serious safety risk for many workers in Pennsylvania. Many workplace accidents can be prevented by understanding and addressing safety hazards in the workplace, but unfortunately, many workplaces do not take the appropriate steps to keep workers safe. Do you know what the most common workplace hazards are in your workplace? Many… Read more
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