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The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is a United States federal agency established in 1970 by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. OSHA is part of the Department of Labor and is charged... more +

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is a United States federal agency established in 1970 by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. OSHA is part of the Department of Labor and is charged with assuring healthy, safe, working environments. OSHA sets and enforces safety standards and policies. Examples of OSHA's duties include setting limits on workers' exposure to hazardous substances, ensuring workers have access to safety information and protective equipment, and providing employers and workers proper training to prevent dangerous conditions. less -

Enter Sandman: Sleep and Occupational Safety at the Wheel

Seyfarth Shaw LLP on 4/13/2022

Seyfarth Synopsis: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drowsy driving is not just a major problem in the United States, it is a public health crisis. “Drowsy driving is the dangerous combination...more

The State AG Report - Volume 7, Issue 38

Cozen O'Connor on 9/30/2021

Here are last week’s curated AG and federal regulatory news stories highlighting key areas in which state and federal regulators’ decisions are having an impact across the US: Republican AGs Object to Biden Administration’s...more

Foley Weekly Automotive Report - May 2021 - 4

Foley & Lardner LLP on 5/26/2021

This report helps automotive suppliers inform their legal and operational decisions to help address challenges and opportunities. Key Developments - Fitch Ratings and AutoForecast Solutions estimate a global production...more

Distracted Driving And OSHA

Cozen O'Connor on 2/27/2019

Although there is no specific standard generally covering distracted driving, OSHA has made clear that the general duty clause may apply. Indeed, OSHA has stated that more workers are killed each year in motor vehicle crashes...more

Preventing Whistleblower Claims in the Automotive Industry

Foley & Lardner LLP on 7/31/2015

Whistleblower and retaliation claims are some of the most costly claims brought by employees and they are on the rise. OSHA, who governs complaints for over 20 whistleblower statutes, reports a 58% increase in whistleblower...more

NHTSA, NLRB, and OSHA Oh My! The Agencies ARE Ganging Up

Foley & Lardner LLP on 9/4/2014

Feeling a bit paranoid these days, especially where government oversight or agency investigations are involved? Your perception of reality is probably being driven less by paranoia and more by the upticks in government...more

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