On behalf of The Law Offices of T. Andrew Miller, LLC | Jan 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
January is the coldest month in Georgia, but that does not mean the work stops. If you have an outdoor job in Atlanta, your employer must comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s safety standards to protect you from known hazards. Do you...
On behalf of The Law Offices of T. Andrew Miller, LLC | Jan 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
A work injury or illness can bring everything to a screeching halt. Your productivity on the job as well as your ability to fulfill your obligations at home may be on hold while you recover.This can mean a devastating loss of income that can be difficult to overcome,...
On behalf of The Law Offices of T. Andrew Miller, LLC | Oct 28, 2019 | Uncategorized
If you work in materials handling, you are likely on your feet and on the move for most of your workday. Your tasks may require you to bend, squat, lift, reach, climb and stretch numerous times in a single day. Though you may appreciate the fact that you do not remain...
On behalf of The Law Offices of T. Andrew Miller, LLC | Oct 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
With Halloween fast approaching, you and many other Georgia families are likely preparing for various festivities. You may enjoy the holiday and have decorated your home to your liking, and your kids have probably already told you the many ideas they have for...
On behalf of The Law Offices of T. Andrew Miller, LLC | Sep 3, 2019 | Uncategorized
Occupations in some industries pose known risks of exposure to carcinogenic toxins. Coal miners and firefighters are just some of the workers whose jobs expose them to cancer. Along with arsenic, carbon monoxide and formaldehyde, many other substances can cause...
On behalf of The Law Offices of T. Andrew Miller, LLC | Aug 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
Cyclists and vehicle drivers must obey the same Georgia traffic laws. Unfortunately, many motorists see bicycle riders as a nuisance and treat them with little consideration on the roads. If you are a cycling enthusiast, it is crucial to be alert if you want to avoid...
On behalf of The Law Offices of T. Andrew Miller, LLC | Jul 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
If you work in the manufacturing industry or a warehouse or fulfillment center in Georgia, you could share your work space with a robot. How do you feel about that? Some believe that robots will take over their jobs, but the truth is that, often, they only take over...
On behalf of The Law Offices of T. Andrew Miller, LLC | Jul 8, 2019 | Uncategorized
Some Georgia jobs are highly dangerous. If you work in construction, on the railroad or as a fire fighter or rescue worker, you are often at risk for injury in the workplace. Electrical work also ranks high on most lists regarding dangerous jobs in America. Proper...
On behalf of The Law Offices of T. Andrew Miller, LLC | Jun 18, 2019 | Uncategorized
Safety authorities say trenches pose some of the most significant hazards on construction sites nationwide, including Georgia. That is why they have a National Trench Safety Stand Down in June of every year. With a myriad of construction projects scheduled for the...
On behalf of The Law Offices of T. Andrew Miller, LLC | May 20, 2019 | Uncategorized
If your workplace duties have you working near the moving parts of machinery, you must insist on receiving the necessary safety training to prevent losing your life or a body part. Too many workers in the Atlanta metro area and across Georgia suffer catastrophic...
