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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 -
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Government’s Shredding of Key Documents Leads Judge to Dismiss North Carolina Safety Case – Possible Relief for Your Business?

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A judge just dismissed a safety claim being prosecuted by North Carolina workplace safety officials after it was revealed at trial that NC OSHA inspectors had been shredding handwritten notes and other documents from their...more

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The Site Report - Construction Law Insights, Issue 3, April 2023

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What Employers Can Do When a Union Knocks on Their Door - When a union knocks on an employer's door, it can be a shock and awe experience for the unprepared employer. It is important for employers to understand their...more

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[Event] Workplace Law Symposium: The Year Ahead - February 21st, Raleigh, NC

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Jackson Lewis P.C. attorneys are pleased to welcome you back in–person after meeting virtually over the past two years. Our annual program will explore the challenging and dynamic workplace law landscape in 2023 and beyond....more

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North Carolina OSHA’s Maximum Penalties More than Doubled This Weekend: 4 Takeaways for Employers

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Employers may be surprised to learn that North Carolina OSHA’s maximum penalties more than doubled on October 1 — and these penalties will increase every January, starting in 2023, to match the maximum penalties available to...more

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Vaccine Mandate Legal Updates

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The enforcement dates and legal landscape surrounding three mandatory vaccination rules are rapidly shifting from day-to-day. We will update this page with the latest legal news regarding each of the vaccine mandates and any...more

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NC OSHA Is Not Immediately Adopting the ETS for Covid-19

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The Commissioner of the North Carolina Department of Labor announced on November 10, 2021, that his department will not adopt or enforce the new OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard for COVID-19 protection and prevention issued...more

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FAQ: What Does Phase II Mean For North Carolina Businesses

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With North Carolina's Phase I stay-at-home restrictions expiring at 5 p.m. May 22 under Executive Order 141 (EO 141), Gov. Roy Cooper announced that the state is cautiously ready to take a “modest step forward” into Phase...more

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