Fireworks are a hallmark of any Fourth of July festivity. For some people, that means going to watch a professional fireworks display. For others, it means putting on a show in their own backyard. Maybe you've been playing with sparklers and firecrackers since you...
Month: June 2018
Is eating while driving that dangerous?
Last month, we reported on a new law that was recently passed, the Hands-Free Georgia Act. The aim of this act is to help dissuade people from using their cell phones--or any handheld electronic devices--while driving.While cellphone distraction accounts for a high...
I hired a workers’ compensation attorney. What now?
After filing a workers' compensation claim, you may be one of the countless injured workers across the country who will seek out an attorney's assistance. After all, hiring an attorney can help to focus on recovery versus sorting out the legalese on your own....
OSHA accuses Georgia manufacturer of safety violations
The United States Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently found 36 safety and health violations during an inspection of a Georgia manufacturer. The manufacturer specializes in mulch and similar products. Citations include:...
When workers’ comp meets personal injury
Workers' compensation functions as a system of protection--both for the employee and the employer. If you get injured on the job, workers' compensation insurance helps to ensure that you get the medical care you need and that you don't lose wages while you're out of...
A construction manager’s mindset has a huge impact on safety.
A construction manager faces a lot of competing demands. They have to satisfy their clients, who want their project completed on time, on budget and with a high level of quality. At the same time, a manager also has to take into consideration the limitations of their...

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