Contesting civil penalties brought forth by the Mine Safety & Health Administration can bring about changes to the citation.

A recent pattern of violation (POV) enforcement action reminds the industry that the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) has a strong enforcement weapon at its disposal.

In spite of all best efforts toward an early resolution, MSHA may refuse to make changes to citations. When this happens, Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran and Margo Lopez say it’s time to go to court.

There are steps operators and contractors can take to improve safety compliance and reduce dual citations from the Mine Safety & Health Administration.

Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran and Margo Lopez examine what qualifies as “advance notice” according to the Mine Safety & Health Administration.

Operators may want to consider a few safety measures in light of the Mine Safety & Health Administration's recent silica enforcement initiative announcement.

The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) referencing the presence of drugs – whether prescription or non-prescription – or alcohol in an accident investigation report would be the overwhelming exception to the rule.

Training is essential to ensure miners understand how to safely perform a task. Training lays the groundwork for safety, but MSHA-mandated training alone is not enough.

Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran and Margo Lopez pay tribute to their colleague Carin Burford, an impeccably prepared and fearless lawyer who died this month.