The thing that makes falls so dangerous is that they can happen in any workplace. Hundreds of workers across different sectors are killed every year by falls, and thousands suffer serious injuries. Why are workplace falls so common? What are some of the leading...
Some workplace injuries can devastate the lives of workers and their families. Not only do they cause physical pain and emotional distress, but they also result in costly medical bills and lost wages. Some injuries suffered on the job can be serious enough to require...
Firefighters provide a vital service for California residents. Every year, they save thousands of lives, not only in fires but in car accidents and other emergencies. Unfortunately, firefighters do this at the risk of their own safety, and many people in this...
If you’re in the auto repair and maintenance profession, you know that the risk of serious injury is an ever-present part of your industry. Whether you work in a small auto repair shop or dealership or for a large chain of auto care facilities, your employer has a...
Working at heights, with potentially slippery surfaces and the elements against you, roofers must be constantly vigilant to maintain safety standards. Proper equipment, training and adherence to safety protocols can significantly reduce the risk of injury. Before any...
There are few injuries more painful than eye injuries, and these often occur in the workplace. In fact, research shows that as many as 2000 work-related eye injuries occur each day in the U.S. Fortunately, many of these injuries aren’t permanent, but this isn’t...
The “going and coming rule” is important in workers’ comp cases. It essentially just excludes a person’s commute. If all they’re doing is driving from their home to the office in the morning, and they get injured in a car accident, they can’t seek workers’ comp...
Whether your teen has an after-school and weekend job or gets temporary jobs during winter and summer breaks, you probably haven’t thought much about their eligibility for workers’ compensation benefits if they are injured at work or suffer a work-related illness....
Workers’ compensation benefits are supposed to be there for you when you’re injured on the job – but there are a lot of different rules that can trip you up. Understanding when an injury is and isn’t covered can be hard for the average worker, and there are – without...
If you've recently been injured on the job, navigating your options for medical treatment can be confusing. You may not completely understand your rights when selecting a doctor. Knowing something about California's workers' compensation laws can help you receive the...
