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...
A deposition is a common part of the process for workers’ compensation claims. In many cases, a workers’ compensation deposition is the first time that a claimant has given such testimony, which can make the process feel intimidating. There are a few tips that can...
Both federal and California state laws provide protections for workers against retaliatory acts from employers. These laws allow employees to engage in such activities as jury duty, parental care and court visits without reprisal. In the area of workers' compensation,...
California workers face a range of dangers on the job and these risks constantly change. Climate change continues to disrupt all areas of society, from damage to natural resources to harm to property to personal injuries. Both employers and workers benefit from...
When you start work at a new job, you likely receive training that includes education on your various employee benefits, including workers' compensation. Nevertheless, it is rarely clear if an injury that occurs during a break period is within the scope of your...
Businesses and workplaces often have slip, trip and fall injury sources present on the premise. One important way to stay safe at work is through the identification of these risk sources. Thus, it is important to answer the question: what are the most common sources...