- DOT & Security
- FDA & Medical Gases
- Government Affairs & Human Resources
- Lean Operations
- OSHA & EPA
- Welding Fume Litigation
DOT & Security
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Four Cylinder Filling Tips
Four cylinder filling tips to reduce the chances of fatality or serious injury to employees and customers. By Michael Dodd -
Propane Cylinder Fire
A recent lawsuit arose from the death of man who was injured when propane leaking from a cylinder ignited. By Michael Dodd. -
Safety Management System
Have you looked at your DOT record or score lately? By Michael Dodd. -
Special Permits, Enforcement Top DOT Agenda
Two recent final rules from DOT may affect GAWDA distributor operations. By Richard P. Schweitzer. -
DOT Audits
The most frequently cited DOT violations related to the gases and welding industry. By Michael Dodd -
Hours of Service Proposal Hits Drivers
FMCSA’s new drivers’ hours of service proposal would require distributors to reconfigure their dispatch and driver management protocols. By Richard P. Schweitzer -
DOT Filing System
The filing system for driver qualification and drug and alcohol files will make sure you’re ready during a DOT inspection. By Michael Dodd. -
Random Drug and Alcohol Testing
Gases and welding employees involved in interstate commerce must be part of a random drug and alcohol testing program. By Mike Dodd -
PHMSA Publishes Final Rule Limiting Security Plans
PHMSA’s new hazmat security plan benefits gases and welding distributors. By Michael Dodd. -
Would You Be Ready For A DOT Audit?
Gases and Welding Distributors Association consultant Mike Dodd discusses how to prepare for and handle a Department of Transportation (DOT) inspection. By Mike Dodd. -
FMCSA Answers Your Driver Questions
Bill Quade of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (Department of Transportation) answers questions submitted by gases and welding distributors association members. -
Comprehensive Safety Analysis 2010
American Trucking Associations director of safety talks about ways to make gas cylinders and welding equipment trucks safer, and what FMSCA looks for. By David L. Potts -
DOT Regulations Come Under Scrutiny
The DOT’s PHMSA is Under Congressional Scrutiny for being too close to the industry it regulates. By Richard Schweitzer -
DOT Training Requirements
Important gases and welding issues regarding DOT, hazmat, cylinder filling, cylinder requalification, CDL, and more. By Mike Dodd -
Cylinder Requalification
GAWDA’s Department of Transportation, OSHA & EPA Consultant presents issues related to gas cylinders and requalification of compressed gas cylinders. -
Annual Driver Review
Hazmat drivers are subject to annual reviews from DOT. Inspectors check hazmat cylinder requalification and cylinder filling operations. By Michael Dodd -
DOT Filing System
Companies identified by the Department of Homeland Security as high risk must submit a Chemical Security Assessment Tool (CSAT) Security Vulnerability Assessment (SVA); Department of Transportation (DOT) audits are on the increase. By Michael Dodd. -
DOT Audits And CFATS
Companies identified by the Department of Homeland Security as high risk must submit a Chemical Security Assessment Tool (CSAT) Security Vulnerability Assessment (SVA); Department of Transportation (DOT) audits are on the increase. By Michael Dodd. -
DOT Items To Consider
Shipping paper information must be kept current; DOT special permit allows certain cylinders to go 10 years on requalification; Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards update. By Michael Dodd. -
Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS)
An in depth look at how the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) Appendix A effects gases and welding distributors. By Michael Dodd. -
DOT And Security Regulations On The Horizon
The Department of Transportation (DOT) is exploring a number of new security regulations for 2008. By Michael Dodd. -
DOT Audits Are Increasing
There is a definite increase in the number of Department of Transportation (DOT) audits in late 2007. By Michael Dodd. -
DOT & Security Risk
GAWDA offers programs to meet Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance . By Michael Dodd. -
Do Your Drivers Have Second Jobs?
DOT holds motor carrier responsible for all hours worked by the driver, whether it is at your business or any other job they may work. By Michael Dodd -
Security Plan Audits
Department of Transportation (DOT) audits and penalties for 2006. By Michael Dodd. -
DOT Security And Hazmat Endorsements
The number one penalty being issued by the Department of Transportation (DOT) is for the hazmat security program. By Michael Dodd. -
Prepare For The Dreaded Call
There have been several new items from DOT for 2005 that are now in effect. By Michael Dodd. -
Entry Level Driver Training
FMCSA rule requiring training for entry-level drivers. By Michael Dodd. -
DOT Training Requirements
DOT’s main training topics are hazmat, driver, and drug and alcohol training. By Michael Dodd. -
DOT Security Visits
Department of Transportation (DOT) Security Reviews. By Michael Dodd. -
Technology And Trucking
Communications technology in the welding and gases industry. Technology and Trucking. By Michael Dodd. -
FMCSA Insurance Requirements
The amount of liability insurance required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. By Michael Dodd. -
Security Training
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA) 2003 rule on security requirements for shippers and carriers of hazardous materials. Security Training. By Michael Dodd. -
Will You Be Ready For A DOT Audit?
The Department of Transportation (DOT) continues to increases audits. Will You Be Ready For A DOT Audit? By Michael Dodd. -
DOT Drug and Alcohol Regulations
Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol regulations prevent accidents and injuries from misuse of alcohol and other drugs by drivers of commercial vehicles. By Michael Dodd. -
Driving Commercial Motor Vehicles
Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol regulations prevent accidents and injuries from misuse of alcohol and other drugs by drivers of commercial vehicles. By Michael Dodd.
FDA & Medical Gases
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Recent FDA Enforcement Activities
GAWDA members are beginning to see increased inspection activity—and severity. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
Five Essential Tools For FDA Compliance
The FDA has made available tools which you can use to stay up-to-date with the agency’s actions in our industry. Below are five informational tools that will help you prepare for the next inspection. By Thomas L. Badstubner. -
Improve Your FDA Compliance
The best way to improve your FDA compliance is effective training. By Thomas L. Badstubner. -
Proactive FDA Inspection Preparation
Questions to prepare distributors for an FDA inspection. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
Medical Gases…The Sky Is Not Falling
There are several medical gas initiatives being planned by the FDA, Congress and USP. This article lists the major issues and their likely impact on the industry. By Thomas L. Badstubner. -
The FDA Investigator Is At The Door
Recently there has been in increasing number of FDA audits involving gases and welding distributors. GAWDA members must be prepared for such an occurrence. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
Medical Gas Expiration Dates
FDA’s Current Good Manufacturing Practice determines medical gas expiration dating standards. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
What Is My FDA Compliance Exposure If Fire Departments Fill Medical Oxygen?
Gases and Welding Distributors Association medical gas consultant offers strategies for complying with FDA regulations when filling medical oxygen cylinders. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
Alternate Cylinder Fill Technologies
There are many new technologies available for filling high pressure medical gas cylinders. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
Cylinder Procedures
GAWDA’s FDA & Medical Gases Consultant describes best practices for storing, filling and inspecting cylinders for industrial, specialty, medical and compressed gases. -
Is Air A Medical Or Industrial Gas?
Air can be used as both a medical gas and an industrial gas. Production is regulated by the FDA and OSHA depending on its medical or industrial uses. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
Nitrogen
Tom Badstubner explains if nitrogen is classified as a drug, device or industrial product depending on the situation. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
Top Five FDA Violations
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues inspections of medical gas companies. Here are the top five FDA violations and what a company can do to comply. By Thomas L. Badstubner. -
E-Pedigree
E-Pedigree. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
FDA’s Focus On Segregation
Food and Drug Administration inspections of cylinder fill plants focus in on segregation practices. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Mine Rescue Gases
The Food and Drug Administration allows oxygen cylinders to be used for mine safety chambers, but GAWDA wants clarification. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Color Coding For Medical Cylinders
Color Coding For Medical Cylinders. By J. Robert Yeoman -
Qualifying Fill Systems For Medical Service
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Medical Gas Guidance document requirements will influence the medical gases industry. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Plumbing Contractors • Oxygen Bars
Is it legal for medical gas suppliers to sell Nitrogen NF to plumbing contractors, and how does FDA continue to let oxygen bars stay in business? By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Medical Gas Testing Procedures
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is concentrating its medical gas enforcement activity on medical gas testing procedures and documentation. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Is An FDA Crackdown Coming?
Pressure on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to step up enforcement may impact the medical gases industry. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Preparing Medical Containers
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is evaluating the practice of medical gas cylinder reuse. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Pharmacy Board Proposes Distributor Verification And Accreditation
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is evaluating the practice of medical gas cylinder reuse. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Risk Assessment 101
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) supports the pharmaceutical industry’s transition to risk-based compliance programs. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Requirements For Holding And Distributing Medical Gas Products
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) supports the pharmaceutical industry’s transition to risk-based compliance programs. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
FDA Urban Legends
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will likely never require installation of dedicated medical tanks and equipment by medical gas companies; hospitals (but not EMS and fire companies) are exempt from cGMP requirements. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Quality Systems For Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) document outlines comprehensive “Quality Systems” approach to drug manufacturing operations. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Quality Audits
Once Food and Drug Administration (FDA) releases new medical gas guidance document, industry can expect increase in inspection activity. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Medical Gas Cylinder Filling Requirements For EMS
Trend growing in the medical gases business for emergency medical services to refill town Oxygen USP cylinders. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Qualifying Items For Medical Gas Service
The biggest difference between oxygen-clean components and those qualified for medical gas service is the “paperwork pedigree.” By J. Robert Yeoman. -
FDA Addresses Part 11
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) simplifies part 11 requirements for electronic records and signatures for medical gas producers. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
Industrial Customers Requesting Medical Gases
Distributing medical gases to unauthorized customers may put a distributor in violation of federal law. By J. Robert Yeoman. -
21st Century cGMP Inspections
Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) “Pharmaceutical cGMPs for the 21st Century: A Risk-Based Approach.” By J. Robert Yeoman. -
FDA Medical Gas Guidelines
Early in 2003, FDA is expected to publish for public comment its long anticipated updated FDA Medical Gas Guidelines, this will be the first formal update since they were originally published in 1989. By J. Robert Yeoman.
Government Affairs & Human Resources
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Drivers Still Face A Host Of New Regulations
New and expected regulations from DOT’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. By Richard P. Schweitzer -
CSA Scores May Affect Special Permits
New policies implemented by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) may affect the ability of GAWDA members to obtain new or renewed special permits for transportation of hazardous materials. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Special Permits, Enforcement Top DOT Agenda
Two recent final rules from DOT may affect GAWDA distributor operations. By Richard P. Schweitzer. -
Force Majeure And Requirements Contracts
General guidance on the effect of force majeure provisions on requirements contracts. By Richard P. Schweitzer. -
Driver Hours Subject To Change
New regulations could alter truck drivers’ hours and compliance methods. By Richard P. Schweitzer -
GAWDA’s Voluntary Cylinder Exchange Policy
GAWDA has adopted a new cylinder exchange policy intended to help member companies determine cylinder ownership when filling for customers. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Must We Pay Our Drivers Overtime?
Commercial motor vehicle drivers who are subject to the federal motor carrier hours of service requirements are exempt from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Find out what this means for gases and welding distributors. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
DOT Changes Special Permits Process In Response To Criticism
DOT makes changes to the PHMSA special permits process and approvals program. By Richard Schweitzer -
Drivers Face Host Of New Regulations
The. U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) presents new rules for drivers of trucks hauling hazmat and industrial gas cylinders. By Rick Schweitzer -
Business Braces For New Taxes, Costs, Regulations
GAWDA’s Government Affairs and Human Resources Consultant discusses health care reform, card check and stimulus bills in Congress. -
GAWDA Joins Hazmat Coalition
GAWDA joins a coalition of hazmat shipper and carrier organizations – the IP Group. GAWDA is a full voting member representing hazmat in the gases and welding industry By Richard P Schweitzer, Esq. -
Driver Regulations Still In Flux
As Washington makes the change in administration, there are several DOT rulemakings on commercial motor vehicle driver safety still in the works. By Rick Schweitzer. -
DOT Listens, Proposes Changes To Security Rules
Department of Transportation (DOT) considers revisions to HM-232F security plans for some materials classified as hazmat. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
GAWDA Renews Its Human Resources Committee
GAWDA Renews Its Human Resources Committee. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Driver Training Proposal Generates More Questions
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) offers minimum training standards for entry-level commercial truck drivers, but the rulemaking leaves questions. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Truck Driver Hours Bounce From Agency To Court To Congress
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) driver hours-of-service regulations under debate. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Security And Transportation Issues Remain On Docket For 2008
Security And Transportation Issues Remain On Docket For 2008. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Homeland Security Takes Over Regulatory Role From DOT
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has become the lead federal agency in developing security regulations for the transportation of hazardous materials. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Transportation Worker Identification Credential Program
Department of Homeland (DHS) establishes Transportation Worker Identification Credential Program. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
New Commercial Vehicle Fees
Unified Commercial Registration Plan results in added fees. By Richard P. Schweitzer. -
PHMSA Considering Limits To Hazmat Security Plans
The Pipelines and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has published an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) to consider revisions to the list of hazardous materials that require a security plan. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Background Checks, Credentials And Fees In Flux For Hazmat Drivers
The federal government is trying to streamline its requirements for background checks and credentials for drivers of vehicles carrying hazardous materials. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Hazmat Incident Reporting Rules Clarified
Clarifying the confusion over the requirements for hazmat incident reporting under HM-229. Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
The Value Of GAWDA
The many benefits of membership in the Gases and Welding Distributors Association. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Security Concerns Present New Regulatory Challenges
Distributors of hazmat face additional security regulations at the federal, state and local levels. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
How To Determine Cylinder Ownership
How to determine cylinder ownership under Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMRs) 49 C.F.R. §173.301. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
The Cost Of Safety Programs
Hazmat safety training is crucial to a welding and gases company’s success. By Richard P. Schweitzer. -
HIPAA’s Impact On DOT Driver Qualification And Medical Requirements
How the HIPAA Act of 1996 “Privacy Rule” regulation designed to protect disclosure of certain health information effects DOT regulations requiring employers to obtain and keep certain medical information related to their drivers. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
New Entry-Level Driver Training Rules
Minimum Training Requirements for Entry-Level Commercial Vehicle Drivers. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
RSPA Amends HM Incident Reports Effective January 1, 2005
The RSPA has issued a final rule in HM-229, 68 Federal Register 67746 (December 3, 2003) that changes the hazmat incident reporting requirements for all hazmat incidents occurring on and after January 1, 2005. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
GAWDA Government Affairs Committee
A review of recent activities of the GAWDA Government Affairs Committee and a look at what’s ahead. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
TSA Background Checks On Hazmat CDL Drivers Delayed
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has delayed background checks for drivers who apply for hazmat endorsement. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Cylinder Ownership
Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations provide that a cylinder filled with hazmat may not be offered for transportation unless filled by the owner or with the owner’s consent. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Security Developments Since 9/11
For companies such as welding and gases distributorships that ship hazmat, there are many new security regulations on the horizon. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Medical Gas Guidelines, Security And Driver Hours Top Agenda For 2003
Medical Gas Guidelines, Security And Driver Hours Top Agenda For 2003. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Ignoring EPCRA Reporting Can Be Expensive
Significant financial penalties from the EPCRA can result from failure to provide EPCRA hazmat inventory reports by Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Cylinder Requirements
Hazmat cylinder regulations changes proposed by the DOT Research and Special Programs Administration were dropped at the urging of the National Welding Supply Association. By Richard P. Schweitzer.
Lean Operations
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Why Do Lean At All?
Lean operations can be beneficial in difficult economic times. Gases and welding distributors are wise to implement these lean operations. By Tap Resources -
What Is Lean Thinking Anyway?
A description of the concept of lean thinking and ho it applies to focusing and measuring performance, removing waste, increasing customer service, smoothing process flows, and doing only those activities that add customer value. By Tap Resources -
Achieve Operational Excellence
Operational excellence means doing things effectively across a company’s operation – across the entire supply chain – to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. By Paul Matlock.
OSHA & EPA
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Propane Cylinder Fire
A recent lawsuit arose from the death of man who was injured when propane leaking from a cylinder ignited. By Michael Dodd. -
Random Drug and Alcohol Testing
Gases and welding employees involved in interstate commerce must be part of a random drug and alcohol testing program. By Mike Dodd -
Cylinder Requalification
GAWDA’s Department of Transportation, OSHA & EPA Consultant presents issues related to gas cylinders and requalification of compressed gas cylinders. -
Drug-Free Workplace
The Drug-Free Workplace Act requires contractors and grantees of federal agencies to certify that they will provide a drug-free workplace. By Michael Dodd. -
Do You Need A Written Emergency Action Plan?
If your welding and gases company has 11 or more employees at any given facility, OSHA requires a written Emergency Action Plan. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
Reporting Work-Related Injuries And Illnesses
OSHA requires that welding and gases distributors establish a procedure for the reporting of work-related injuries and illnesses. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
What’s Up With OSHA?
What’s Up With OSHA? By Thomas W. Eynon. -
OSHA 300 Series Recordkeeping
OSHA 300 series requirements for reporting work-related injuries and illnesses. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
Automated External Defibrillators
According to OSHA, about 10,000 sudden cardiac arrest cases occur in the workplace each year. Automated External Defibrillators significantly affect the survival rate of cardiac arrest cases. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
First Aid Requirements
Are you meeting your OSHA legal and moral obligations to ensure your employees have access to prompt medical attention either by first aid or full medical treatment? By Thomas W. Eynon. -
Globally Harmonized System For Hazard Communication
The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for Hazard Communication was first introduced to our gases and welding membership at the GAWDA University Compliance Training in Indianapolis in spring 2006. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
A Review Of Some Key Safety Issues
Five issues that apply to the welding and gases industry with significant impact on safety performance. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
A Defense For OSHA Citations
Protecting yourself from OSHA citations. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
Forklift Safety
OSHA requirements for forklift operator safety training. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
Safety In The Home
Lost productivity, absenteeism, and healthcare are impacted by home-related injuries. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
Ergonomics
OSHA’s comprehensive approach to ergonomics is designed to quickly and effectively reduce ergonomic injuries in the workplace. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
Lockout/Tagout
OSHA requires gases and welding distributors to develop, implement and enforce an energy control Lockout/Tagout program. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
OSHA requires gases and welding distributors to develop, implement and enforce an energy control program. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
Keeping A Positive Safety Culture
Overview of the need for a positive, accident-free, safety culture in the welding and gases industry. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
Weak Seat Belt Enforcement Leads To More Deaths
Each employee who drives a vehicle, car or truck must be measured and held accountable to ensure he/she is wearing a seat belt and that every person in the vehicle is properly buckled up. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
Hand And Finger Injuries
GAWDA’s Safety Committee recommendations to reduce hand and finger injuries. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
Managing Your Workers’ Compensation Costs
It’s important to manage Workers’ Compensation costs just as you manage all costs of doing business. By Thomas W. Eynon. -
Employee Risk Taking
Understanding risk, and how people respond to risk, can enhance your safety program. By Thomas W. Eynon.
Welding Fume Litigation
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Latest Plaintiff Verdict Appealed To Sixth Circuit
Welding fume plaintiffs are failing to persuade jurors and appellate court judges alike. By Michael Degan -
Plaintiff Shifts Welding Fume Strategy
As the industry continues to chalk up victories, and as evidence continues to mount that there is no credible evidence to support claims that exposure to manganese in welding fumes can cause serious neurological injury, case counts continue to drop. By Michael Degan. -
News Is Good, But Don’t Let Guard Down
Welding fume litigation trends remain positive for the industry, but new threats have emerged. By Michael Degan -
Now Is The Time To Revisit Coverage Options
Ensure that your business is adequately protected. By Michael Degan -
A Banner Year For Defendants
The welding industry won all three welding fume cases in 2010 and obtained reversals of two more, including the largest verdict in welding fume litigation. By Michael Degan. -
Industry Continues To Win Trials
The welding industry continues to win welding fume litigation cases in ever-increasing numbers. By Michael Degan. -
Trends, Trials And Appeals
Gases and Welding Distributors Association welding fume litigation counsel reviews the last year of legal issues regarding the industrial gas and welding industry. By Mike Degan. -
Distributors Should Not Let Guard Down
An update on welding fume litigation; welding rods. By Mike Degan -
Distributors Exposed To Asbestos Claims
Welding industry gets a big win in the first welding fume litigation trial in California. Plaintiff claimed he suffered injuries cause by welding fume exposure, but jury rejected claim. -
Industry Wins California Fume Trial
Welding industry gets a big win in the first welding fume litigation trial in California. Plaintiff claimed he suffered injuries cause by welding fume exposure, but jury rejected claim. By Michael Degan -
Recent Developments In Welding Fume Litigation
Mike Degan reports on the latest developments in welding fume litigation. By Michael Degan -
Game Over For The Litigation Lottery?
Game Over For The Litigation Lottery? By Michael Degan. -
Juries Split In Latest Round Of Welding Fume Trials
Court cases find juries primarily agreeing with defendants, but some plaintiffs are winning cases. By Mike Degan. -
Is It Time To Clean Out Your File Cabinets?
Holding onto business records for an indefinite period of time can put your business at risk. By Mike Degan. -
Despite Courtroom Successes, Fume Litigation Remains A Real Threat
Despite Courtroom Successes, Fume Litigation Remains A Real Threat. By Mike Degan. -
Product Safety Policies
One of the best defenses you can employ in your business is to adopt a safety-conscious attitude toward the products you sell. By Mike Degan. -
Industry Gains Momentum Defending Welding Fume Suits
As the welding industry continue to win welding fume cases, more and more plaintiffs are dropping suits. By Mike Degan. -
Manufacturer Indemnity Agreements: Should You Sign One?
Distributors should consider indemnity agreements to shield them from liability arising from welding fume litigation against consumables manufacturers. By Mike Degan. -
After Welding Fumes, What Next?
The gases and welding industry will always be a target of mass tort liability or ordinary defective product claims. Be prepared. By Michael Degan. -
Defending Your Business
Welding fume litigation poses a significant threat to your industry and businesses. Here are the steps you can take to defend your business. By Mike Degan. -
Settlement Not The End For Welding Fume Litigation
The settlement of the Charles Ruth case for a reported $1.5 million by defendants ESAB and Hobart Brothers does not mean that welding rod manufacturers or distributors are throwing in the towel. By Richard P. Schweitzer, Esq. -
Welding Fume Litigation Update
Much has happened in the industry with regards to welding fume litigation claims since Elam in 2003 and Clendenden last spring. By Laurie Waller. -
Distributors Beware: New Lawsuits Filed In Federal Court Name Distributors As Defendants
After attacking manufacturers in welding rod litigation, an enterprising Louisiana lawyer has followed the progression of other toxic tort litigations and has fired the first shots at distributors. By Donald J. Cayea, Esq., and Adam R. Bialek, Esq. -
How Should Your Company Respond To Welding Rod Claims?
Welding rod liability could develop into mass tort litigation because it presents many of the same factors that continue to drive asbestos litigation. By Richard W. Fields, Esq., Katherine J. Henry, Esq., & Joel A. Fischman, Esq.
