Maryland Court Limits Benefit Offsets in Dennie v. Montgomery County
The Appellate Court of Maryland ruled that government employers cannot offset workers’ compensation awards unless benefits cover the exact same medical condition, protecting public sector employees from unfair penalties.
Investigation Launched into Critical Brandywine Industrial Accident
Two workers remain in critical condition following a catastrophic incident in Brandywine. MOSH is investigating potential machine guarding and lockout/tagout violations under COMAR regulations.
Maryland Enacts Landmark Legislation Expanding Occupational Disease Presumptions
New reforms legally assume heart disease and hypertension are work-related for first responders, aiming to streamline claims and acknowledge the psychological toll of emergency service.
MDOT
Fatal MDOT Work Zone Collision Prompts Safety Reform Demands
Following the death of 70-year-old Dipakkumar Patel, union leaders are advocating for “Patel’s Law.” The legislation would mandate truck-mounted attenuators and stricter enforcement of “Move Over” laws statewide.
Policy Update
Highway Worker Fatality on I-495 Spurs “Zero Excuse” Policy
The death of Robert Dempsey has led to a push for universal automated speed cameras in work zones. “Dempsey’s Law” aims to deter dangerous driving near state workers.
Disclaimer: The work injury summaries provided above are for informational purposes based on public news records available for Maryland (MD). The information provided is gathered from public news sources. It does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal guidance regarding an incident, please consult with a qualified professional.
