Ladder use is common on most California construction sites. Yet, ladder-related injuries are also common in the industry, some of which wind up proving fatal. Even when a ladder incident does not lead to a construction worker’s death, he or she may still experience...
If you receive an injury on the job, there is a good chance you are eligible for workers' compensation benefits. These pay for medical care and lost wages while you are recovering from your injuries. If your injury prevents you from working for a period of time, you...
If you had an injury at work, there is a good chance you filed a workers' compensation claim. If there was a denial of the claim, you may be wondering what your next steps should be. The first is to find out why there was a denial, as there are various reasons why it...
Working in restaurants presents a variety of risks that could result in injuries. Both front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house employees face hazards. Many of the risks that cause injuries are preventable. Both management and employees can do their part to improve...
After a workplace accident, your injuries could prohibit you from returning to work. As a result, you could miss out on needed wages and become responsible for expensive medical bills related to the accident. The workers’ compensation system, according to the State of...
If you have suffered a serious accident at work, your life may have changed drastically in an instant. Suddenly, you find yourself unable to work, in massive amounts of pain, and with medical bills and other unanticipated expenses to worry about. In the middle of all...