The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has faulted two utility contractors for their part in an explosion that killed a volunteer firefighter and left two others injured. The incident took place in July 2018 in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. In a...
Month: January 2019
Estate planning is a must, so why do people procrastinate?
Eventually, you'll need an estate plan. It's a must. You know it. Your heirs know it. At some point, your assets -- no matter how much you have -- need to get passed on to the next generation. It's something everyone has to do. However, many people act like they don't...
Signs of asbestosis
You may have heard that exposure to asbestos in the workplace can lead to cancer, and that is true. However, don't assume that this means nothing will happen if you don't get cancer. It's still very dangerous and can lead to all manner of serious conditions. One of...
Deadly explosion leads to lawsuits
A bar exploded in Wisconsin, and the blast was big enough to destroy surrounding businesses. It all happened while were trying to put in fiber communication lines. Through some mistakes in what information they were given, they did not know where the gas main was...
What signs indicate carbon monoxide poisoning?
Carbon monoxide poisoning is very dangerous, as you may have no idea you're facing a toxic exposure issue. The gas itself is odorless and invisible. It can kill you before you even know you're breathing it in. The key is to watch out for symptoms and signs. If you...