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WILG president talks workplace injuries

Safety Services Company

Missouri law requires that an injured worker provide a written report of a workplace injury within 30 days of the date of the accident. I would say the vast majority of my clients are very fearful of losing their jobs, even with a collective bargaining agreement in place. Certain exceptions exist, depending upon the circumstances.

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Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being

Pro Builder

Falls, alone, account for up to 70% of construction-related injuries and deaths, according to Dr. Dong Zhao of Michigan State University, who has been analyzing BLS data to determine why construction accidents keep happening and to discover or refine preventive measures. Falls are the most common jobsite accidents. Foulke Jr.,

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FEATURE STORY: High-Tech Hubs Are Moving To Their Markets

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Austin, Texas has emerged in recent years as a new technology powerhouse, ranking No. The northern Texas city hosts the start-up fest South by Southwest every year and is home to computer giant Dell and top operators such as Apple, Facebook and Google. and a separate grid that supplies Texas. funding round. And it’s no surprise.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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A business that applies for the exemption must enter into an agreement with the Governor of Alabama. The business must sign a job-creation agreement under the Advantage Arkansas program within 24 months of signing the Tax Back agreement. Must expand its labor force, make new capital investment, or prevent loss of employment.

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STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE

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The business must sign a job-creation agreement under the Advantage Arkansas program within 24 months of signing the Tax Back agreement. New, full-time, permanent employees must be hired within 24 months of the date the financial agreement is signed. New employees must work a minimum of 20 hours per week, make at least $15.50

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