Editorial Standards
How we research, source, and fact-check every story — and how we hold ourselves accountable when the record changes.
Primary sources first
Every regulatory claim is traced to its original authority — the Federal Register, agency rulemaking, official guidance, or published case filings from OSHA, DOL, EEOC, DOT, FMCSA, and CDC/NIOSH. We link directly to those sources so readers can verify our reporting.
Fact-checked before publication
Articles are reviewed for accuracy against the underlying regulations and dates before they go live. Deadlines, citation thresholds, and compliance requirements are checked against the controlling text, not secondhand summaries.
Practical, not legal advice
Our reporting translates dense rulemaking into actions employers can take. It is editorial analysis and general information — not legal advice. For decisions specific to your organization, consult qualified counsel.
Clearly attributed expertise
Each article carries a byline identifying the contributor and their beat — DOT compliance, occupational health, HR operations, employment policy, and more. Contributor backgrounds are published on every author page.
Corrections, openly
When we get something wrong, we fix it and note what changed. Regulations evolve, deadlines shift, and enforcement priorities change — we update our reporting to reflect the current record.
Editorial independence
Sponsored placements are labeled as advertisements and kept separate from our newsroom. Sponsorship never determines which stories we cover or the conclusions we reach.
We report from
Spotted an error or have a tip on a developing compliance story? Get in touch with the desk.