Benzene Exposure Can be Dangerous
Benzene is a chemical that occurs naturally and is also used in manufacturing processes. It occurs naturally in forest fires, crude oil, gasoline, and cigarette smoke. Industrial uses for benzene include plastics, resins, and synthetic fibers. Studies on benzene exposure The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has declared that benzene causes cancer in […]
Asbestos Suits in Hollywood
When you think of asbestos suits, usually industrial types of materials come to mind. Lawsuits have been filed in the construction industries, as well as oil and gas. Asbestos is often found in building insulation. Now, the family of Ed Lauter, a popular character actor familiar to many television viewers, has brought suit claiming exposure […]
Recognizing and Preventing Work-Related Heat Illness
As the Kentucky summer heats up, many experienced Kentucky injury attorneys will begin to see more clients who have suffered injury or illness after being exposed to excessive heat while on the job. Workers who labor outdoors are at particular risk, as are those who wear bulky protective clothing or equipment, and workers who have […]
NAOSH Week Shines Spotlight on Preventing Workplace Injuries
The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have teamed up to make the first week in May North American Occupational Safety and Health Week (NAOSH Week), highlighting the need for workplace safety and health measures to protect workers and maintain […]
New Data Shows Increase in Fatal Work Injuries for 2010
New statistics released by the U.S. Department of Labor reveals an increase in job-related fatalities, according to a GalesburgPlanet.com news report. The Department of Labor report shows that 4,690 workers in the U.S. suffered fatal injuries in 2010, which is a three percent increase from 2009. The increase does, in part, reflect the high profile […]
