A new 2024 investigation into Pitman Family Farms reveals extremely hazardous working conditions at its poultry processing plant in Sanger, California. According to the article published by The Fresno Bee, the primarily immigrant workforce endures long hours in an environment rife with dangers such …
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Inadequate training negatively impacts employees and employers alike, leading to costly injuries, low morale, and high turnover rates. Proper training is essential to ensure a safe and productive work environment, reducing the likelihood of workplace accidents.
However, when accidents do occur, it’s crucial to have a knowledgeable workers’ compensation attorney on your side.
Inside America’s Prison Labor Crisis: Dangerous Jobs, No Protections
Prison labor in the United States has long been a controversial issue, but a recent two-year investigation by the Associated Press (AP) has exposed the dangerous and exploitative conditions faced by prisoners working in U.S. labor programs. The findings, published in May 2024, reveal a system where …
Head Injuries, PTSD & the Path to Long-Term Recovery for Law Enforcement
Law enforcement officers in Georgia and beyond face numerous dangers on the job, but one silent threat often goes overlooked: head injuries. A recent study published by SciTechDaily in August of 2024 sheds light on the alarming frequency of these injuries among police officers, revealing their …
Tragedy in Gainesville: Federal Report Highlights Preventable Liquid Nitrogen Leak
In January 2021, a liquid nitrogen leak at the Foundation Food Group poultry plant in Gainesville, Georgia, claimed the lives of 6 workers who died while attempting to save their colleagues. A December 2023 report in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution detailed findings from a newly released …
When Work-Related Accidents Happen: Lessons from the Georgia Bus Crash on I-16
On June 14, 2024, a multi-car accident on Interstate 16 in Bulloch County, Georgia, significantly strained local emergency resources. The initial incident occurred around 6:50 p.m. near mile marker 136 in the eastbound lane, where a motorcyclist collided with the rear of a car and was ejected from …
Back Pain at Work: The Silent Epidemic Robbing Workers of Their Livelihoods
For many people, chronic back and neck injuries are more than just physical problems; they turn life into a constant struggle, robbing them of their independence, income, and peace of mind. Around the world, this growing crisis pushes countless people out of work, leaving them to navigate …
