No construction firm wants to think about the possibility of a work-related fatality. But tragically, workplace deaths are a reality for hundreds of construction employers each year. In the event of a work-related fatality, Texas construction ...
It’s a new year, and the Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has begun accepting electronic submissions of last year’s injury and illness data from Forms 300A, 300 and 301. Employers who are required to ...
As one of the leading industries for workplace injuries and illnesses, the construction sector is an area of focus for Occupational Safety and Health and Administration (OSHA) investigations and enforcement. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor ...
Accidents are an unfortunate reality in the Texas trucking industry. In 2023, there were 38,909 crashes involving commercial vehicles in the state, resulting in 620 fatalities and thousands of injuries, according to the Texas Department of ...
Property owners have a legal responsibility to ensure their property is safe for visitors. By understanding their responsibilities and following these legal tips, property owners in Austin and throughout Texas can improve safety while reducing the ...
The Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets and enforces standards to ensure all employees work in a safe and healthful environment. Because construction is a particularly dangerous industry – accounting ...
Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in the United States, resulting in 19% of all fatal occupational injuries in 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That same year, there were 169,600 non-fatal construction ...
Receiving a citation from the Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) can be a daunting experience for any company. In addition to carrying significant financial penalties, OSHA citations can cause lasting harm ...
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations are in place to reduce workplace hazards and protect the health and safety of employees. It is critical for employers to comply with OSHA, not only to protect the health and safety of ...
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has proposed a new rule that it says will help protect workers from heat hazards in both indoor and outdoor settings. If finalized, the proposed rule would ...
During the summer months in particular, heat safety is a concern for many employers. Each year, dozens of workers die and thousands more suffer illnesses related to hazardous heat exposure, according to the Department of Labor’s Occupational ...
The Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently issued a final rule updating its Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). The revised standard, which aligns primarily with the seventh revision of the United ...
A Texas appellate court held that an employee of a temporary staffing company cannot pursue a lawsuit against his employer’s client for a workplace injury. In affirming the trial court’s decision, the court found that the client company had ...
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has stepped up enforcement to deter employers from repeatedly exposing workers to life-threatening hazards, or from failing to comply with certain workplace safety ...
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approved a rule banning most new noncompete agreements and rendering the vast majority of existing noncompetes unenforceable. The new rule, passed April 23, 2024, covers all for-profit employers nationwide and ...
March 2, 2024 is the deadline for covered employers to electronically submit Form 300A data from 2023 to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Under OSHA’s new requirements, establishments with 100 ...
If you receive notice that your business is being sued, you must take prompt action – even if the allegations are without merit. Below are immediate steps to take in the event of a lawsuit notice. Contact a competent attorney Find a Texas ...
Construction project delays are extremely common. In a Project Management Institute survey, 72% of certified project management professionals in the construction industry said they experience project delays often or always. When a project is ...
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced increases to civil penalties for violations based on cost-of-living adjustments for 2024. The increases took effect January 16, 2024. The maximum penalty ...
The Department of Labor’s Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) doesn’t usually call ahead of an inspection. For this reason, employers must always be prepared for a knock on the door. Here are some do’s and don’ts for ...
Construction disputes are relatively common and can be quite costly. The average value of a construction dispute in North America swelled to $42.8 million at the end of 2022, up from $30.1 million the prior year, according to a study by Arcadis. ...
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently launched a focused enforcement and compliance initiative to protect workers from silica exposure in the engineered stone fabrication and installation ...
Last year in Texas, there were 19,424 accidents involving large trucks – more than any other state. When a trucking accident involves fatalities, injuries, and property damage, liability is primarily based on negligence. Negligence in trucking ...
A wide range of business disputes, from breach of contract and tort claims to real estate and intellectual property disputes, can be resolved through civil litigation. Although every lawsuit is unique, below is a general overview of the civil ...
The Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) revealed its Top 10 Most Cited Standards for FY 2023 (Oct. 1, 2022-Sept. 30, 2023). For the 13th consecutive year, “Fall Protection-General Requirements” topped the ...
A new Texas law, which took effect September 1, 2023, impacts truck drivers with commercial drivers’ licenses (CDLs) that were issued in Mexico or Canada and the companies who employ them. The law will be fully enforced after a 90-day grace ...
The deadline for comments on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) proposed rule on the “Worker Walkaround Representation Designation Process” is fast approaching. Employers and other stakeholders have until November 13, ...
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reporting requirements for work-related injuries and illnesses will be expanded for certain employers, effective January 1, 2024. Beginning next year, establishments with 100 or more employees in ...
The Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a new National Emphasis Program (NEP) to protect people from fall-related injuries and fatalities while working from heights. As a result of the new NEP – ...
When an employee, customer or other individual gets injured on your premises, it is important for your company to conduct a full investigation into what happened. But take note: Missteps made in the investigation process can become Exhibit A for the ...
As an employer, you can realize many benefits by conducting a self-audit of your workplace’s compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) regulations. An audit can help you pinpoint safety hazards and subsequently fix them ...
Nearly all drivers who are required to have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) are subject to the drug and alcohol testing rules enforced by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). In Texas, a CDL is required for drivers ...
The Department of Labor’s Occupational and Safety Health Administration (OSHA) has specific rules for reporting employee injuries, illnesses and fatalities. All employers must be aware of and comply with these rules. Serious Injuries and ...
In Texas, the trucking industry is governed by a host of federal and state laws, which are in place to ensure the safety of drivers and others on the roadways. Below is a basic guide to safety regulations impacting trucking companies in ...
Each year, the Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) releases a Top 10 list of the most frequently violated workplace safety standards. For FY 2022, the No. 1 violation – “Fall Protection-General ...
After an accident, insurance professionals must quickly launch a thorough investigation. It’s important to dot all your I’s and cross all your T’s, as missteps early in the investigation could result in greater exposure for the insured as well ...
In the trucking business, accidents can and do happen, even when a trucking company does everything right. Since accidents happen when you least expect them, you must always be prepared to respond to them. By launching an immediate, effective ...
No employer wants to see an employee get injured at work. But unfortunately, work-related injuries can and do happen, even when employers do everything they can to prevent them. When an employee sustains an injury, whether it’s major or minor, you ...
Following a sharp uptick in trench-related fatalities, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced earlier this summer that it would increase its enforcement efforts with regard to trench and ...
Due to the inherent risks of construction, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) heavily targets the industry for workplace health and safety investigations. During FY 2021, OSHA performed 8,858 investigations of construction ...