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Mounties in crisis: The systemic failure to address sexual abuse within the RCMP

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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The RCMP has a problem when it comes to sexual abuse within the ranks — and it apparently lacks the ability to deal with it.

Key Points: 
  • The RCMP has a problem when it comes to sexual abuse within the ranks — and it apparently lacks the ability to deal with it.
  • Only 325 cases have been resolved, indicating serious process issues within the ICHR.

Complainants await justice

    • Plagued with delays and questionable decisions, the ICHR has left many complainants in limbo, creating uncertainty and a further loss of confidence.
    • Mountie Nicole Patapoff has sought a federal court judicial review challenging the ICHR’s denial of her harassment complaint.
    • The ICHR later told Patapoff that the person who investigated her complaint was removed from the list of approved investigators.

Culture of silence

    • The RCMP’s culture has been marked by a reluctance to acknowledge and address these issues, resulting in fear and silence among the rank and file.
    • This culture of silence negatively impacts the mental health and well-being of its members — not to mention public trust.
    • Read more:
      The 'blue wall' of silence allows bullying, sexual abuse and violence to infect police forces

      The RCMP is not alone.

Inability to handle misconduct

    • The RCMP’s ICHR, despite its claim that it’s a “centralized, independent unit,” lacks a real arms-length distance, authority and oversight to make meaningful change.
    • In addition to perpetuating systemic abuse, this flawed system of oversight further tarnishes the RCMP’s reputation.
    • Urgent, meaningful action is required, including delegating investigative and discipline authority far removed from the RCMP’s chain of command.

Reform urgently required

    • This could help avoid tragic outcomes and help ensure truly independent — and timely — investigations of misconduct complaints.
    • As Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Theresa Tam is mandated with addressing public health-related issues impacting Canadians.
    • The RCMP’s ongoing issues with systemic misconduct and harassment and its inability to police itself necessitate immediate, bold and systemic measures.

Preventing Burns In The Workplace - National Safety Month

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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Buffalo, N.Y., June 29, 2023 Thermal Burns are a common workplace injury that can cause serious harm to employees.

Key Points: 
  • Buffalo, N.Y., June 29, 2023 Thermal Burns are a common workplace injury that can cause serious harm to employees.
  • Thermal burns are defined as a category of burns caused by:
    Preventing thermal burns should be a top priority for employers, as these incidents can lead to serious injury, lost productivity, and decreased morale.
  • In this blog post, we will explore some effective strategies for preventing thermal burns in the workplace and creating a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.
  • According to the OSHA article "Preventing Workplace Burns" , under the Occupational Safety and Health Law (OSH), employers have a responsibility to provide a safe workplace.

On the 127th Year Anniversary of the "Separate But Unequal" Plessy v. Ferguson Case, The U.S Supreme Court Will Vote On the Women of Color for Equal Justice Application That Asks to Forever Ban ALL Vaccine Mandates

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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30 years ago, the Occupation Safety & Health Act (OSH Act) abrogated federal, state, and private sector authority to mandate any vaccine to control airborne communicable diseases even during a pandemic.

Key Points: 
  • 30 years ago, the Occupation Safety & Health Act (OSH Act) abrogated federal, state, and private sector authority to mandate any vaccine to control airborne communicable diseases even during a pandemic.
  • 5 General Duty Clause because vaccines are manufactured for medicinal internal personal use only.
  • The OSH Act protects the fundamental right of all citizens to refuse vaccines and bans employer wrongful separation of employees for exercising their right.
  • Press Conference and rally scheduled on May 18th at 9:00am on the U.S Supreme Court sidewalk.

Former DOJ Enforcement and Investigations Attorney Shennie Patel Joins Crowell & Moring

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Shennie Patel , a former U.S. Department of Justice enforcement and investigations attorney, has joined Crowell & Moring as senior counsel in the Environment & Natural Resources Group, where she will lead large-scale, complex environmental enforcement defense matters.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Shennie Patel , a former U.S. Department of Justice enforcement and investigations attorney, has joined Crowell & Moring as senior counsel in the Environment & Natural Resources Group, where she will lead large-scale, complex environmental enforcement defense matters.
  • Patel brings over two decades of experience at the Justice Department, including the past 14 years as a trial attorney in the Environment and Natural Resource Division's Environmental Crimes Section.
  • Patel uncovered and successfully prosecuted trafficking of endangered species, worker safety violations, international smuggling rings, entity-wide systemic civil rights violations, and matters threatening national security.
  • At Crowell, Patel will add strength to the firm's environmental enforcement defense practice on both civil and criminal matters.

Shipman Adds Regulatory Depth to Environmental Law Practice

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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HARTFORD, Conn., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shipman & Goodwin LLP is pleased to announce that Sarah Kettenmann has joined the firm as an Associate in the Environmental Law Practice Group.

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  • HARTFORD, Conn., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shipman & Goodwin LLP is pleased to announce that Sarah Kettenmann has joined the firm as an Associate in the Environmental Law Practice Group.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Sarah to Shipman & Goodwin," said chair of the Environmental Practice and Management Committee member, Andrew N. Davis.
  • Sarah maintains a robust regulatory practice focused on federal and state environmental, health and safety (EHS) laws.
  • She earned certificates in Environmental Law and International Law from the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University, where she received her J.D., cum laude.

International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) and Others File Legal Brief Calling OSHA 'Critical to Preventing Job Injuries'

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) filed an amici curiae brief January 30, 2023, along with 11 other safety- and health-related nonprofit organizations, supporting the position of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in the appellate case brought against the agency by Allstates Refractory Contractors, LLC (Allstates), which claims OSHA's safety regulations are unconstitutional.

Key Points: 
  • "ISEA and our fellow amici support a robust federal OSHA to ensure safety and health for workers and their communities," said ISEA President & CEO Cam Mackey.
  • "We believe that Congress was in the right to have OSHA promulgate safety standards, and both the agency and its standards have been extremely successful in keeping the workforce safe.
  • Contrary to Allstates' assertions, workers' compensation systems are not a substitute for OSHA safety standards.
  • And outside of the federally approved state OSHA plans, a patchwork of varying state regulations is unworkable.

NCLA Amicus Brief Calls on Sixth Circuit to Restore Congress’ Power to Set Safety Standards

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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Congress may not divest legislative power that Article I of the Constitution vests in it, even to an executive agency like the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Key Points: 
  • Congress may not divest legislative power that Article I of the Constitution vests in it, even to an executive agency like the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
  • The OSH Acts criteria for safety standards is so open-ended that it delegates unchecked legislative authority to the Executive Branch to enact workplace safety laws.
  • Such unfettered discretion to issue safety standards under Section 6(b) of the OSH Act is unconstitutional.
  • It held that Congress permissibly delegated to OSHA the discretion to determine the adequate level of public safety, and then to set standards based on that determination.

Willig, Williams & Davidson Adds Labor Attorney to Team

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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PHILADELPHIA,  October 05, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pennsylvania labor, employment and workers' compensation law firm Willig, Williams & Davidson is pleased to announce that Joseph Salamon has joined the firm as an associate. Salamon will focus his practice on labor law.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, October 05, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pennsylvania labor, employment and workers' compensation law firm Willig, Williams & Davidson is pleased to announce that Joseph Salamon has joined the firm as an associate.
  • "Joseph is committed to advocating for workers' dignity and respect in the workplace," said Managing Partner Deborah R. Willig.
  • "I always knew that I wanted to practice labor law to ensure that labor unions and the hard-working people they represent receive the protections and benefits they deserve."
  • About Willig, Williams & Davidson Willig, Williams & Davidson ( http://www.wwdlaw.com ) is one of the largest and most respected union-side labor law firms in the United States.

New Safety Law, Serious Accidents Punishment Act, Changing Construction Industry of Korea

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022
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Recently in South Korea, the need for safety management across industrial sites has increased significantly with the enforcement of the Serious Accidents Punishment Act(SAPA).

Key Points: 
  • Recently in South Korea, the need for safety management across industrial sites has increased significantly with the enforcement of the Serious Accidents Punishment Act(SAPA).
  • In addition, the deaths in the construction industry contribute to nearly half of the 446 fatalities in the first half of 2022.
  • LG U+ introduced Smart Safety Solution, a Bluetooth and machine learning-based smart safety platform.
  • The K-ConSafety Expo, which will be held at KINTEX in Goyang from October 19 to 21, is a great opportunity to meet the latest products and solutions of smart construction safety companies to manage on-site safety and prevent serious accidents.

The Worldwide Industrial Safety Industry is Expected to Reach $9.5 Billion by 2028

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Monday, September 5, 2022
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The Global Industrial Safety Market size is expected to reach $9.5 billion by 2028, rising at a market growth of 6.9% CAGR during the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • The Global Industrial Safety Market size is expected to reach $9.5 billion by 2028, rising at a market growth of 6.9% CAGR during the forecast period.
  • Millions of occupational or industrial accidents occur every year, resulting in significant lost production time, making it critical to invest in industrial safety.
  • The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 was a watershed moment in industrial safety laws.
  • Machine safety laws, like the EU Machinery Directives and OSHA regulations in North America, have aided the expansion of the industrial safety product industry.