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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

Fatal mining accidents spike in July, elevating 2025 total to 18

Mining fatalities this year are occurring at a faster pace than last year, which had 12 by Aug. 3. Keep Reading

MSHA debuts compliance assistance program

The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) debuted the Compliance Assistance in Safety & Health program to support new mines, mine operators and miners. 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

Fatal mining accidents slow as 2025 trends toward historic industry low

The Mine Safety & Health Administration reported on 14 mining fatalities during the first half of 2025, although only one such incident happened in June. 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

Contract crusher shares value of MSHA collaboration

WD Scepaniak’s John Scepaniak details his company’s positive experience of late with Mine Safety & Health Administration personnel. 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

MSHA information center emerges through new government program

The new MSHA Information Hub aims to provide miners and operators with clearer guidance on safety standards and regulatory compliance. Keep Reading

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