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August 5, 2022 Coal Mining Accidents,Workplace Safety in West Virginia,WV Trucking Accidents,WV Work Accidents

Fatal WV Mining Accident Trucking Contractor’s Fault Says MSHA

On August 11, 2021, Timothy “Timbo” Collins was killed at Carter Roag Coal Company’s Star Bridge Preparation Plant when a haul truck crushed him during an inspection of his truck. Mr. Collins was a 53-year-old man from Mill Creek, WV, with 10 years of truck driving experience. He left behind a wife and two children. …

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January 7, 2021 Workplace Safety in West Virginia,WV Work Accidents

Failure To Prioritize Worker Safety Leading Cause of Injury in West Virginia

About 14 people a day are killed while working in the United States, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). And serious workplace injuries occur daily, especially in states like West Virginia, where coal mining, natural gas, and logging are prevalent. However, almost every single workplace accident is avoidable. Most work-related injuries and…

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November 17, 2020 Attorney Tips,Community Help WV,Representing Yourself Without a Lawyer,WV Work Accidents

How to Succeed at Work after an Injury or Disability With a Reasonable Accommodation Request

Injured Workers Have a Right to a Reasonable Accommodation From West Virginia Employers Under the ADA West Virginia has the highest disability rate in the nation. With 19% disabled, that means approximately 347,260 West Virginians have a health condition, injury, or disability that prevents them from working. But, it doesn’t have to be this way.…

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February 11, 2020 Attorney Tips,Community Help WV,Safety Tips,WV Work Accidents

Why Are Older Workers at an Increased Risk of Dying in a Workplace Accident?

How to Help Protect Older Workers in West Virginia More older people are dying at work than ever before. Why is this when workplace fatalities have decreased overall?  Below are several possible explanations and some tips on what you can do to help keep yourself and loved ones safe at work. More Older Workers in…

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