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Just Released: OHS Lessons for Employers from King v. R., 2025 NBCA 12

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On January 23, 2025, the New Brunswick Court of Appeal released its decision in King v R. This tragic case highlights critical lessons for employers, emphasizing the importance of leadership accountability, adherence to...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

Business Owner Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter Charges Following Fatal Trench Collapse

Last month, the owner of a Colorado construction company pled guilty to criminal manslaughter charges following the death of an employee as the result of a trench collapse. According to the federal Occupational Safety and...more

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Federal Court Sentences Business Owner to Prison for Violating Fall Protections

Most employers know that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration can assess civil penalties for violation of safety standards. However, they may not be aware that the OSH Act also contains criminal penalties. ...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

Eighth Circuit Affirms Criminal OSHA Sanctions Against Construction Company

The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals last month affirmed a criminal conviction and $500,000 penalty assessed against a construction company accused of failing to follow fall protection rules, leading to the death of an...more

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Construction Contractor Faces Manslaughter Charge in Worker’s Death

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A New York man and two construction companies he owns have been indicted on manslaughter and other charges in the death of an employee who plunged six stories to his death after allegedly being directed to perform work...more

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