What does a legal column have to do with Humpty Dumpty or the zombie apocalypse? The answer lies in the Supreme Court’s Kisor v. Wilkie decision, which could change the way courts (including the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission) decide what regulations really mean.
MSHA interference claims: 1 step back, 1 step forward?
What test should a court apply when reviewing a claim that a mine operator discriminated against or interfered with a miner’s rights under Section 105(c) of the Mine Act? Recent Commission and Supreme Court cases, as well as a fully-staffed Mine Safety and Health Review Commission offer cautious signs of optimism for the industry.
Understanding MSHA Litigation and Saving Costs
The average mining operator now spends $20,000 per year on citations and penalties. In this must-attend conference for cost-savings, learn how to reduce or eliminate fines with the added benefit of improved safety conditions. With increasing citations, this workshop will prepare you to handle Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) inspectors and their findings.
MSHA training: Learn how to defend yourself at April ACRI seminar
We’ll be the first to tell you that not every MSHA case requires a lawyer. Our “ACRI” seminar teaches you how to mount a winning defense on your own. Join us in Florida from April 17th to 19th for the next training.
Discontinuity: A new change in MSHA enforcement with far-reaching impact
In the last few months, mine operators around the country have seen individual MSHA inspectors and districts suddenly enforce new interpretations for a number of regulations. The latest rule evolving right before our eyes in one district could have widespread effect: grounding and continuity testing. Is MSHA’s new approach justified?