Workers' compensation is a vital protection for California workers, providing benefits for those who have suffered job-related injuries or illnesses. However, it is important to note that not all workers' compensation claims receive approval. In certain situations,...
Many people think that the health care field is a pretty safe field in which to work; after all, the people who comprise that industry are the ones who make sure that others are safe and healthy. However, medical professionals can get hurt on the job just like any...
Warehouse work is undeniably hard on the body, and those who make their living working in a California warehouse often experience aches and pains on a regular basis. While many different factors contribute to warehouse worker injuries, studies show that the pace of...
Even with safety precautions in place, moving parts and heavy machinery increase the risk of manufacturing injuries. Looming deadlines and constant pressure over productivity can also create an environment where injuries are common. It is important to know the common...
Some California work industries have more injury risks than others, and the hotel industry is one that contains numerous injury hazards. Hotel housekeeping, in particular, is highly dangerous, and so much so that hotel housekeepers now suffer more on-the-job injuries...
Due to large machinery and harsh chemicals, the field of construction remains one of the most potentially risky job fields in America. But there are ways to cut down on these risks. Though construction will always have more than some other industries, it does not have...
Watching someone you love deal with the pain of workplace injury is difficult. It can cause you to feel helpless and unsupportive. For those dealing with an injury that occurred on the job, the emotional and mental strain of the event can impact their life as...
Workers in Los Angeles face new dangers from a warming climate. While they can attempt to mitigate the impacts of hot temperatures and strenuous work, this is not always possible. An awareness of two common heat-related illnesses could help workers avoid serious...
Many California work environments contain injury hazards, and while some put your bones or back at risk, others have the potential to impact your ability to hear. Work-related hearing loss is a serious problem in California and across the nation, with an estimated 22...
Service-industry work involves many different hazards. The busy nature and rapid pace of work in bars, restaurants, hotels and resorts make injuries common among hospitality employees. Research shows that almost a third of all hospitality worker injuries suffered in...