Protecting a workforce from workplace violence presents complicated challenges for employers. Workplace violence incidents can emanate from myriad sources: a stranger, a customer, patient, or a ...

Question: I run a small non-profit. Last year, we implemented our workplace violence prevention plan and did comprehensive training for employees. Are there any periodic requirements we need to ...

Workplace violence continues to be a growing national concern and one of the leading causes of occupational fatalities. In 2023, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 5,283 workplace ...

California’s SB553, the nation’s first comprehensive and multi-industry workplace violence prevention law, has been in effect for almost a year. Many other states are following suit with their own ...

An overview of California’s workplace violence prevention plan (WVPP) law, which requires employers to implement written WVPPs, conduct employee training, and maintain incident logs and other records ...

Tragedy and a lack of workplace safety measures led one Silicon Valley lawmaker to call for tighter regulations to protect ...

The growing impact of workplace violence in the United States is profound, leading to physical injuries and psychological trauma for employees and substantial economic losses to employers.

Workplace violence prevention remains a key issue across industries, particularly in healthcare. Becker’s has reported at least five hospital shootings in 2025. States are stepping in with legislation ...

Nurses and other health care workers have seen an increase in threats and violence against them in recent years, and the state of Texas is now requiring hospitals to do more to keep employees safe.

Tragedy and a lack of workplace safety measures led one Silicon Valley lawmaker to call for tighter regulations to protect employees. State Sen. Dave Cortese's bill, SB 553 took effect this summer.