When you climb up on high platforms while working on a construction site, you may not realize at first how much danger surrounds you. Even one small action that goes wrong can lead to a serious head or back injury. Negligent coworkers or unsafe scaffolding impact the...
In California, all employers must carry some form of workers’ compensation coverage in case of employee injury. Under workers’ comp, you may be able to receive medical coverage, lost wage payments and other benefits if you experience a job-related injury. Workers'...
From machinery accidents to repetitive overuse, many things can cause workplace injuries. California has a no-fault workers' compensation system that supports injured workers and protects employers, too. If you experience an injury at work, you should know about the...
Returning to work after an injury can be difficult, especially if you are unable to do the job you did before. Workers' compensation provides you with help and benefits that will get you back to work. One such benefit is supplemental job displacement. This provides up...
The state of California has developed a medical provider network (MPN) to diagnose and treat work-related injuries. Does your employer have an approved MPN? If so, what steps should you take to receive treatment through this network? About medical provider networks As...
California law allows various on-the-job injuries to qualify for work-related insurance claims. Sometimes, a car accident may fall under workers' compensation coverage. Driving a truck or vehicle for a living makes a crash eligible for a workers' comp claim. However,...
In the construction industry, employees lift heavy supplies and perform physically demanding tasks, making workplace injuries possible. After an injury, doctors overseeing workers' compensation claims may allow employees to return to work on light duty before...
A hands-on job may place stress and overexertion on your hands and arms. When the pain leads you to a doctor for help, you may have the makings of a workers' compensation claim. Workplace injuries can include a variety of longer-term damage caused by your job or...
From farms, factories and construction companies to restaurants, hotels and hospitals, California businesses rely on immigrant workers to do many types of jobs. Often immigrants who are not yet U.S. citizens are willing to take on work that involves a high risk of...
There are many ways to experience an injury at work. Of course, the most common injuries at workplaces often depend on the workplace itself. A retail environment carries different risks as compared to a construction site. However, there are still overall trends...