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A Construction Worker’s Right To A Safe Workplace
With the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act of 1970, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was established within the U.S. Department of Labor in order to reduce hazards in the workplace and to create programs for health and safety. OSHA safety standards and regulations apply to the construction industry as well, so it […]
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Common Utah Birth Injuries: Cerebral Palsy & Erb's Palsy
Some of the more typical birth injuries are caused by two very distinct conditions that are known as cerebral palsy and Erb’s (or brachial) palsy. Both cerebral and Erb’s palsy are usually caused by complications that happen during the delivery of the child, although cerebral palsy may sometimes happen before or even after delivery. Cerebral […]
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What To Do If Your Utah Workers’ Comp Claim Is Denied
In most cases, injuries on the job are usually covered under an employer’s workers’ compensation insurance, Utah requires that employers be covered according to their average level of risk for a given industry. However, if your workers’ comp claim is denied, there are still options. You may be able to file an appeal of the […]
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Construction Site Injuries In Utah
Whether it is just a small project for a homeowner or a major commercial development, the construction industry can be extremely hazardous for workers. Every day, construction workers have to operate under extremely hazardous walking conditions, as well as other employees in the field. Because of this reality, severe work-related injuries at construction sites happen […]
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Medical Malpractice Laws In Utah
It is certain that a medical malpractice case will be fairly complex. This is true no matter in which state it occurs, with Utah being no exception. Legal issues and medical evidence can become very complicated very rapidly, and a medical malpractice plaintiff — such as the injured patient or the patient’s legal counsel — […]