Workers’ Compensation suit against Cassens Transport Company can proceed

By Donald W. Fohrman
6 May, 2013
The U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals reinstated a lawsuit brought by Michigan workers against their Illinois based employer, Cassens Transport Company. The lawsuit alleges that the employer, the Workers' Compensation insurance company, Crawford & Company and physician Dr. Saul Margules, committed mail fraud, wire fraud and violated the federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act or RICO Act.
Workers' Compensation suit against Cassens Transport Company can proceed

Workers’ Compensation Laws Too Restrictive for Mine Workers

By Donald W. Fohrman
6 May, 2013
Officials announced Friday that a study was going to be conducted into why coal miners decline free x-rays to check for black lung disease. According to the National Institute for Occupation Safety and Health several states have low rates of participation by coal miners with fewer than one-third choosing to receive the free x-ray. Steve Earle with the […]
Workers' Compensation Laws Too Restrictive for Mine Workers

OSHA hits Illinois painting company with 17 citations

By Donald W. Fohrman
6 May, 2013
Certified Painting Company in Alsip, Illinois was fined $225,000 resulting from 17 citations by OSHA. OSHA cited Certified Painting for 8 willful and 9 serious violations involving workplace safety.
OSHA hits Illinois painting company with 17 citations
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