Andrew Miller | LabourBlawg - Part 2

Andrew Miller

Psychological Damage from Stress at Work

June 18, 2013

Stress kills. There’s no way around this. When you’re in a stressful environment, whether it’s your workplace or somewhere else, your body goes through changes that you cannot control. The stress response is set up to deal with situations that may have been common long ago—being chased by a bear, for instance—but that rarely happen […]

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Avoid a Catastrophic Collision: Motorcycle Accident Prevention

June 3, 2013

During the warmer months, many motorcyclists take their motorcycles out of storage, strap on their helmets and hit the open road to embark on a journey.  While many cyclists operate their motorcycles with the utmost safety and common sense in mind, there are others who see motorcycle riding as the ultimate joy ride and spend […]

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What is Workers Compensation?

May 23, 2013

The foundation of workers compensation laws is to provide protection for employees who are injured on the job. Employees who are disabled or injured as a result of a workplace injury are provided with monetary awards. When the workers compensation claim is approved, the number of cases proceeding to trial is limited, reducing the burden […]

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Injured On A Construction Site?

May 15, 2013

Construction sites are hotbeds for workplace accidents. Construction is both a physically exhausting and dangerous job at times. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in the year 2010 alone there were nearly 800 deaths as a result of construction site accidents. The deaths from these types of incidents actually make up approximately 20% of […]

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Work Zone Safety for Business Owners

April 28, 2013

In large cities, such as New York City, it’s hard to avoid and ignore ongoing construction projects.  With crowded streets, sidewalks and tall buildings in close proximity of one another, business owners may find a construction project right outside their doors.  As a business owner, there are many things to consider, such as the safety […]

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What’s The Proper Way to File a Workers’ Compensation Claim in South Carolina?

January 30, 2013

Having to file a workers’ compensation claim can be overwhelming. It can be a complex procedure, and filing a claim incorrectly can mean you don’t receive any benefits for a work-related accident or injury. The whole process can be confusing, as how to properly file a claim differs between states. Below you can see how […]

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Tips to Prevent Constant Aches and Pains Associated With a Desk Job

January 30, 2013

Working in an office the whole day long will inevitably lead to constant aches and pains – it’s just part of the job! However, if precautions are not taken to prevent pain and soreness, serious injuries may develop.  Over time though, these constant aches and pains will make your day at work very miserable, and […]

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Protect Yourself From Retaliation and Wrongful Termination in the Workplace

January 29, 2013

Wrongful termination and workplace retaliation are on the rise. Wrongful termination occurs when an employer illegally ends an employee’s contract, usually for invalid reasons. Workplace retaliation is a form of employee punishment whereby an employer uses disciplinary measures against an employee after that employee engaged in legally protected activity. Types of retaliation include demotion, pay […]

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Construction Accidents and OSHA Violations: Are They Related?

January 29, 2013

For people who work in dangerous occupations (with construction work nearing the top of the list), one of the most beneficial resources is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. It is one of the few groups in existence that is concerned about the safety of workers across the country and takes every precaution necessary to […]

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Electrical Injuries and Fatalities on the Job Site

January 29, 2013

Some jobs are inherently more dangerous than others, a fact that people who work with electrical equipment are well aware of. Being safe while working on the job site should be every employee’s top priority, but sometimes it’s just not enough. Accidents do happen, even if every precaution is taken, and when you’re working with […]

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