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What recent 105(c) rulings mean for operators
Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran and Margo Lopez offer takeaways from recent administrative law judge decisions. Keep Reading
New opportunities for MSHA compliance assistance
The Mine Safety & Health Administration is aiming to improve compliance assistance for the mining industry with a new information hub. Keep Reading
What operators should know about MSHA’s special assessments
Bill Doran and Margo Lopez of Ogletree Deakins explain how routine violations can lead to massive penalties, breaking down how the Mine Safety & Health Administration’s special assessment process works. Keep Reading
Small things that make all the difference with safety
Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran and Margo Lopez offer perspective based on their accident investigation work. Keep Reading
Remembering Mike Heenan, a mining industry advocate
The mining community lost a great friend and advocate this month with the passing of Mike Heenan, a longtime Pit & Quarry columnist who was a preeminent authority on mine safety law. Keep Reading
Ideas for MSHA leaders to consider
Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran and Margo Lopez provide a short-list of items for the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) to consider under the new administration. Keep Reading
What’s next for MSHA amid government dismantlement
The current downsizing of the federal government bears watching, but mine operators should continue with their efforts to maintain safe workplaces. Keep Reading
How to handle mine inspector misconduct
Most mine inspectors with the Mine Safety & Health Administration do act professionally on mine sites, but there are exceptions. Keep Reading
How MSHA, mine safety should be reshaped in 2025
Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran and Margo Lopez present a wish list for the new year related to the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) and mine safety overall. Keep Reading
