Employers should be aware that soon it will be illegal for a person to use a handheld device to write, send, or read a text-based communication while operating a motor vehicle on any public road in Ohio. On June 1, 2012, Ohio became the 39th state to prohibit texting while driving. The new law (House … Continue Reading
It’s a fair question. In the U.S., ten states now prohibit such conduct. Another 34 states prohibit texting while driving. The Department of Labor has likewise made its position clear: companies will be held responsible for cell-phone related accidents caused by their employees. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) announced last spring that as part of … Continue Reading
