On this episode of What’s the Hazard, legal expert Justin High (partner at High & Younes) gives safety professionals a roadmap for:

1. Workers’ Comp Basics: No-fault coverage vs. full personal-injury lawsuits
2. Third-Party Suits: When you can sue the at-fault party in addition to your employer
3. Contingency Fees Explained: Why you never write a check, but still pay out of your recovery
4. Courtroom Myths: See how A Few Good Men stacks up against real trials
5. Subpoena Power & Spoliation: How to preserve evidence and avoid “adverse inferences”

Just like the most-watched how-to videos on YouTube, Justin’s practical tips will help you navigate legal hazards with confidence. Drop a 👍 if you learn something new, and share this with a colleague!

Justin High can be reached at justin@hyattorneys.com

Doug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.com

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Doug welcomes Jason McMeen, a sales manager with Rockford Systems, to the program today. Learn how effective machine guarding, including light curtains and two-hand control, keeps production safe and compliant with OSHA and ANSI standards. Jason also shares his insights on the importance of stop-time measurements and proactive safety assessments. If you work in or care about industrial safety, this is an essential discussion packed with practical tips and industry expertise.

Jason McMeen can be reached at jason.mcmeen@rockfordsystems.com

Doug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.com

If you have any topics you'd like Doug to address, feel free to reach out via email or shoot him a message on LinkedI

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Doug welcomes Abbey Cherney, a safety manager with Airlite Plastics, to the program today. The two have an eye-opening conversation about creating a strong safety culture. In this 2025 episode, they explore the nuances of effective safety committees, the challenges of workplace communication, and the impact of the 50 Mile March on veteran support. Abbey explains how listening to employees and engaging cross-functional teams can transform safety programs. If you’re in the safety field, this interview is packed with practical tips and relatable insights to help you drive meaningful change.

Donate to the 50 Mile March and help Abbey this year while supporting a great cause!

https://givebutter.com/OperationHomeBase2025/abbeycherney

Abbey Cherney can be reached at acherney88@gmail.com

Doug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.com

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In this episode of What's The Hazard, Doug welcomes Jeff Lucas, the Director of Safety at a large local manufacturing facility, to discuss his journey into the world of safety and food processing. Jeff shares his unique experiences, from starting in the pork industry to implementing innovative safety programs that prioritize employee well-being over production. Tune in as they delve into the challenges of maintaining safety in a bustling poultry plant, the importance of communication between management and employees, and how technology is revolutionizing safety practices.

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Does your safety program have a clear and well communicated mission?

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Doug is joined by Matt Thurlby (OSHA Area Director), Casey Lenners (Sampson Construction), Alex Rourke (White Castle Roofing), & Ezra Schlecht (Marsh McClennan Agency) for this special live edition of What's the Hazard, recorded at Round the Bend Steakhouse.

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Doug welcomes Kody Hoover to the program today, sharing how you can utilize technology to get out and keep working on the floor!

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• PMLConstruction
• NDOL – Onsite Consultation - Jim Cover Jim.Cover@nebraska.gov
• Falewitch Construction Services, LLC - https://www.falewitch.com/

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Ben Thornburg, Drake Williams Steel, joins Doug on the program today. If there's one take away from this episode it's that, "A.I. won't take your job. People that USE artificial intelligence will take your job."

Doug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.com

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• PMLConstruction
• NDOL – Onsite Consultation - Jim Cover Jim.Cover@nebraska.gov
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