The Workers Compensation Research Institute posted a new study identifying patterns and trends in claims for back and shoulder injuries where medical expenses exceeded $65,000

Lawmakers from California introduced legislation proposing to require the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to adopt a federal standard to protect workers in high-heat environments.

A federal appellate court denied an employer’s petition for review of an award of Black Lung Act benefits to a coal miner’s widow.

Case: Consol

The U.S. Department of Labor announced rules allowing a 15% reduction in penalties for employers that immediately address or correct a workplace safety violation.

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Overexertion, falls and being struck by an object or equipment are the costliest workers' compensation injuries, accounting for more than half of the $58.8 billion spent, based on