Back injuries are among the most commonly reported workplace injuries. Understanding the types of back injuries that occur will help you recognize when to consider a claim. Recognizing common workplace back injuries also makes it easier for you to promote workplace...
No one wants to get hurt on the job while trying to provide for a family. However, for professional painters in California, there are work-related risks that could lead to serious harm. Whether you are adding a fresh coat to a commercial building or bringing new life...
Often overlooked, waste collection workers are critical contributors to public health and environmental cleanliness. In California, these hardworking individuals face many challenges and risks as they carry out their daily tasks. Although waste collection is not...
When you are on a construction site among professionals, you may not imagine that a fall could happen. However, due to a variety of factors, you could find yourself dealing with injuries and worrying about workers' compensation after a fall off of a scaffold. These...
California, known for its bustling economy, is home to many warehouses. These large facilities are critical to the supply chain, keeping goods flowing from manufacturers to retailers. However, these environments can also be hazardous. The Bureau of Labor Statistics...
Employees who work at warehouses, construction sites and factories that use production machinery may all find themselves at risk for a crushing injury. These types of injuries can affect almost any body part and cause severe trauma to skin, tissue and bones. Ivy Rehab...
Being a back-of-the-house worker puts you in the path of dangerous objects, machines, chemicals and conditions. Line cooks, chefs and even dishwashers are at risk. Anyone who works in a commercial kitchen knows there are two types of injuries. The ones that will scar...
Workers' compensation exists to protect you in the event you get injured on the job. It ensures that you have access to medical treatment and financial support during your recovery. Despite this, many workers in California have misconceptions about the process of...
Stress and anxiety are a common part of life for many people. However, excessive mental anguish could disable a person or otherwise interfere with regular daily activities. When a California worker suffers psychiatric injuries due to time on a job, workers'...
Many people are aware that you should do certain things after sustaining an injury on the job; for example, the employee needs to report what happened to HR or their manager as soon as possible. However, it is important to keep in mind that there are certain things...