There are a variety of hazards that can lead to serious injury, illness and fatality in the construction industry. As an employer, it is important to understand these hazards and […]
Common Hazards in the Construction Industry (Part 1) Read Post »
The construction industry has strict on-site regulations to protect the safety and wellness of employees in hazardous zones commonly found in construction job sites. Often, OSHA will send a representative
Programmed Versus Unprogrammed OSHA Inspections Read Post »
During an OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) inspection, the inspector may find incidents or procedures that violate their safety standards and regulations. Each type of violation has its own
Types of OSHA Violations: Willful Violations Read Post »
A common source of construction disputes is an allegation of job abandonment. Typically, this allegation constitutes a breach of contract and may allow the owner to sue the contractor for
Impossibility of Performance As A Defense Read Post »
In order to meet OSHA’s operational standards, employers must properly record, report, and annually post injuries and illnesses that occurred on their job sites. As a Bradenton construction lawyer, we
Meeting OSHA’s Recordkeeping & Reporting Requirements Read Post »
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is an agency of the U.S. Department of Labor that regulates and assures safe and healthy working conditions for employees. To ensure compliance
OSHA Defense Process Read Post »
The Spearin Doctrine is a defense that is available for contractors to use against breach of contract claims relating to the defective workmanship of a project. At Cotney Attorneys &
The Spearin Doctrine: What You Need to Know Read Post »
The Occupation Safety and Health Association, or OSHA for short, is a sector of the United States Department of Labor that is charged with the task of enforcing workplace safety
Hire an Experienced OSHA Attorney Read Post »
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) violations can result in penalties ranging anywhere between $7,000 and $70,000 per serious violation with a minimum of $5,000 for each willful or repeated
How to Prevent OSHA Violations by a National Roofing Lawyer Read Post »
OSHA violations can have a significant impact on your business. Even when specific standards do not apply to your industry, with the General Duty clause, you may still find yourself
OSHA Citations & Violations: The General Duty Clause Read Post »
