The Washington Department of Labor & Industries is imposing over $126,000 in fines on Fox Lumber Sales following an inspection that found excessive sawdust buildup, fire hazards, and unprotected machinery. The company, which has experienced two fires since opening, is appealing the fines.

A UPS driver was awarded $237.6 million in a racial discrimination lawsuit after a jury found he was subjected to a hostile work environment and unjustly fired. UPS plans to appeal the decision.

Conflicting federal policies hinder communities from accessing vital dam failure data, potentially raising flood insurance costs and leaving residents unaware of flood risks.

As of mid-2024, wildfires have ravaged millions of acres in the U.S., with over 2.6 million homes at moderate or greater risk, emphasizing the crucial role of insurance and risk management in protecting communities.

William Oldham Mize, the mastermind behind a multimillion-dollar insurance fraud scheme involving staged accidents, pled guilty in Spokane Federal Court. The scheme spanned multiple states and involved numerous conspirators, resulting in over $6 million in fraudulent insurance claims.

Residents in predominantly Black towns like Gloster, Mississippi, report worsening health and environmental conditions since the expansion of wood pellet plants for renewable energy.

NOAA recommends $575 million in funding for 19 projects to enhance coastal climate resilience under the Investing in America agenda.

The HeatRisk forecasting tool, launched by the CDC and NOAA, is undergoing real-world testing as extreme temperatures stress many parts of the US, providing localized heat warnings to protect vulnerable populations.

Recent research from the FIRST Center highlights significant differences in state workers' compensation laws for first responders with mental health conditions, emphasizing the need for uniform presumption laws.

OSHA's proposed rule aims to safeguard indoor and outdoor workers from heat-related illnesses and deaths.

The rise in cable thefts is occurring amidst significant efforts by major U.S. automakers to promote electric vehicles as a key strategy to combat climate change.

A comprehensive study from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform highlights the rising trend of nuclear verdicts, their causes, and potential solutions over a ten-year period ending in 2022.

U.S. Postal Service to compensate an Oregon mail carrier for wrongful termination and emotional distress following a workplace injury report.

The North American Pet Health Insurance Association's 2024 report reveals significant increases in gross written premiums and insured pets, underscoring strong industry expansion.

A fatal collision involving a Tesla on Autopilot near Seattle has intensified scrutiny over autonomous driving technology's safety.