Category Archives: Work-related Injury

Workers’ compensation exists to provide a safety net to injured workers, and almost all employers in the state are required to have workers’ compensation insurance. However, it is important to know your rights and responsibilities in this process…

California is one of the largest and fastest-growing states in the country, and with that comes the need for infrastructure expansion and renovation. The construction industry sits at the forefront of these development projects, with construction workers being…

Silicosis is a complex and terminal medical condition that results from repeated exposure to silica dust in the air. While it is most commonly diagnosed among workers in the engineered stone product manufacturing industry, it is also common…

When a worker is physically injured on the job, it is typically easy to see the injury or diagnose an illness that has identifiable symptoms that can be confirmed via medical tests. However, when a work-related injury is…

If you get hurt while you’re working, one of the first things you need to do is to report that injury to your employer. Your employer then has only a short amount of time to report your claim…

While big machines in the workplace make hard work easier for everyone involved, they don’t come without a human cost. Unfortunately, there is a safety trade-off that comes with the labor-reducing benefits of large machines. Anything from a…

People with questionable immigration status often live their lives in fear. Whether you cross the border without proper paperwork or have stayed past the expiration date on your work visa, it is common to worry about the consequences…

As a warehouse worker, there’s never a dull moment. Even during off-peak hours there’s always something happening to keep you busy. It’s important to keep a close eye on your surroundings at all times, as there are many types…

Working on a ladder is a way of life for many people. From painters to roofers, there are millions of professionals who spend a good portion of their day working at height. Even if using a ladder is…

You’ve worked in an office most of your life, and your employer still has the majority of the furniture he opened the business with. Over time, you’ve noticed that what was once a comfortable office has become worn.…

As an employee, it’s important for you to know then you’re able to obtain compensation for workplace injuries. If you’re working day after day at the same job, there is a potential that you could suffer from something…

Workplace injuries are often sudden. You may not have expected to ever get hurt at work, but then you slipped and fell, striking your head. It’s also possible that a piece of equipment or supplies fell, hitting you on…

When people think about workers’ compensation and injuries, catastrophic injuries usually come to mind. Certainly, workers’ compensation protects a construction worker who falls and injures his spine. However, it also covers factory workers or office staff who develop…

Working on a ladder may not sound like a big deal, but it can be dangerous in more ways than one. For example, if you regularly use a ladder at your place of employment, there is always a…

If you work in the construction industry, you should never lose sight of the fact that you could be part of an accident at some point. When this is in the back of your mind, there’s a better…

Employers are not simply morally obligated to provide their workers with a safe environment, there are safety guidelines in place that are strictly regulated by the government. Ultimately, employers must adhere to these regulations or risk being fined…