Many workers face a wide range of risks every day. While many of these risks are minor and unlikely, others could be serious and common. For certain occupations, there is a risk of harmful exposures. Take asbestos, for example. While it is fairly common to encounter...
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DOL rule changes could impact retired nuclear workers
It is true that some work industries are more dangerous than others. And, because of these known risks, workers are often aware of the harm they could suffer. Even with this knowledge and safety measures in place, workers could still suffer workplace...
Asbestos exposure and workplace illnesses
Workers in Ohio and elsewhere can encounter a wide range of risks in the workplace. For some, the greatest risk may be what a worker is breathing in. It may not be immediately apparent that an individual is breathing in something harmful. However, over time, a worker...
Dealing with depression at work
Dealing with depression can be taxing and it can feel lonely. However, people suffering from depression should know that they are not alone. In fact, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America over 16 million Americans struggle with depression.The...
Bill introduced to help retired coal miners
As a previously discussed here, miners in Ohio and elsewhere face dangers to their health because of the environment they work in. Work-related lung diseases could occur, and miners that suffer such a fate are often left dealing with serious health issues. This can...
Occupational illnesses and the mining industry
A job is not only just a career, but is also a way of life. No matter the type of job a person has or what industry he or she works in, having a job means having a steady income. While working is important to individuals in Ohio and elsewhere, it is important to note...
Laws help address exposure to carcinogens by firefighters
Getting up and going to work is a fairly routine task for those in Ohio and elsewhere. While some workers may be heading to an office, others are going to a more dangerous work environment. When a workplace presents more hazards, a worker is exposed to more risks....
Workplace could cause mental illness
For many individuals in Ohio and elsewhere, work gives them purpose. While a career is necessary for most individuals, it can be a source of more than just an income. However, work can also have negative impacts on workers, such as the cause of mental illness. This...
Getting workers’ compensation for a workplace illness
In order to pay for basic living needs, most people obtain employment. Whether it is a well-paying job or not, these funds are considered crucial for living. This means that when income is significantly reduced or stopped, problems can arise. While many workers in...
ADA protections for mental illness in the workplace
In the U.S., about 18 percent of individuals report a mental illness in any given month, making psychiatric disability one of the top reported. Workers with mental illness, or a history of mental illness, are provided workplace rights and legal protections under the...