In terms of fatal work injuries, there has been a 2% increase from 2018 to 2019. In 2018 there were 5,250 total work-related deaths, according to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics. The following year there were 5,333 fatal work injuries. Unfortunately, this amount represents the largest annual number since 2017. Since 2016, work …
Holiday Safety 2020
As we approach the 2020 holiday season, it is important to be safe while celebrating. Health officials are concerned that holiday celebrations may lead to more coronavirus infections. Over 200,000 Americans are testing positive for the virus each day. The safest way to celebrate this holiday season is to do so with those who live in your home. Celebrating with those outside of …
The Boston Globe Names Keches Law Group a Top Place to Work for 2020
Keches Law Group was ranked 38th overall in the medium-sized business category, and is the only plaintiffs injury firm that made the list of 150 Massachusetts-based companies. ——————- Milton, MA (November 20, 2020) – Keches Law Group has been named one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts in the 13th annual employee-based survey project from The Boston Globe. Top …
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New Travel Order
Keches Law Group would like to remind the public that effective August 1st, 2020, any person entering Massachusetts who is a visitor or returning to the state must abide by the new travel orders. It is important that we all do our part to help better the safety of everyone in the community. Visitors in …
Keches Law Group COVID-19 Office Safety Protocols
Our physical offices are CURRENTLY NOT OPEN unless you have been contacted and authorized by your attorney. The following is an outline of our company protocols for employees and clients to adhere to when the management team authorizes in-person meetings. Please note that these protocols are in the initial stages and are subject to change. …
SSI Recipients with Children Could be Eligible for a Larger Stimulus Check if they Act Soon
Individuals who are disabled, blind, or elderly and are receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, will automatically receive the $1,200 stimulus check if he or she did not file a 2018 or 2019 tax return. If a person did file a tax return for 2018 and 2019, then the amount he or she will receive …
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Supporting Workers Affected by Coronavirus
The U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) has stated that they will be granting the first installment of 26 Dislocated Worker Grants (DWGs) in the amount of $131,384,557. This amount will go towards assisting the workforce who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Dislocated Worker Grants implement resources to states to respond to immense, unforeseen …
Nursing Homes and COVID-19
Given the communal atmosphere and nature of nursing homes, as well as the resident population it serves, (e.g. elderly persons with underlying issues) nursing home residents are at the highest risk for COVID-19. With that being said, nursing home employees are also put at a higher risk. Combative efforts regarding visitor restrictions and sick leave …
