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Workers’ Rights

Brexit Minister Accused of Weakening Asbestos Laws by Largest Union
Workers’ Rights
Brexit Minister Accused of Weakening Asbestos Laws by Largest Union
The United Kingdom (UK) is one of 55 countries that has placed a ban on asbestos use. Sadly, the country’s mesothelioma rate is still one of the highest in the world and has been increasing steadily since the 1980s. According...
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Workers’ Rights
Honoring Workers on Labor Day 2016
What kind of plans do you have for your Labor Day weekend? Labor Day is a national holiday that celebrates workers and their social and economic achievements. The U.S. Department of Labor states that Labor Day is “a yearly national tribute to...
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Workers’ Rights
Chicago Construction Companies Expose Workers to Asbestos
Unfortunately, workers today are still being exposed to asbestos while on the job. Recently, a contractor and subcontractor in Chicago, IL exposed workers to the substance during the removal of a commercial roof. The employers were cited by the Occupational...
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