Investigations
Seafarer’s death in Columbia River reveals murky maritime oversight
Advocates ask for additional investigation and accountability after AJ Meraña, a Filipino worker on a bulk cargo ship, drowned last September.
Lizz Giordano
Lizz Giordano is Cascade PBS's investigative reporter, focused on following working conditions, government oversight procedures and labor organizing efforts across Washington state.
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Investigations
WA safety agency seeks felony charges after teen worker loses legs
Labor & Industries submitted an unprecedented referral against construction company Rotschy for allegedly allowing a minor to use dangerous equipment.
Investigations
WA agency tightens workplace safety rules for student learners
L&I can now block a company with past labor and safety violations from receiving a special permit that allows minors to perform some dangerous tasks.
Investigations
WA keeps details of severe workplace injuries, deaths from public
Transparency or privacy? L&I says the law protects witnesses, while advocates contend it prevents scrutiny of serious incidents and investigations.
News
WA raises workplace safety fines to catch up with national rates
The state Department of Labor & Industries will begin raising penalty amounts annually, based on inflation, in an effort to