Los Angeles Workers' Compensation Law Blog

Anyone's job could put him or her at risk of suffering injuries at some point. In some cases, the injuries may not show up for years because they result from repetitive motions that slowly take a toll on the body. In other cases, individuals could suddenly suffer severe workplace injuries when an unexpected accident occurs.

It was recently reported that a California worker suffered critical injuries in a sudden incident. Apparently, the man worked for a tree trimming company and was in an extension bucket working to trim trees near power lines. It was unclear exactly what happened during the accident, but the worker went down inside the bucket, which caused his co-workers to call emergency services. The workers were able to bring the bucket back down and began CPR.

Everyone typically wants to make it home from a day at work without having suffered any serious injuries or other setbacks. Unfortunately, numerous hazards affect workers in all industries, and a sudden and unexpected incident could cause harm to workers. For instance, toxic exposure could come on suddenly and leave workers needing medical attention.

It was recently reported that two workers in California needed medical help after an incident on the job. Apparently, the two individuals worked for a plumbing company and had started a job at an airport for the airline's caterers. The job involved replacing the underground sewer pipes, and while they were conducting their duties, the workers were exposed to a significant amount of carbon monoxide due to using their equipment in a confined space.

When a sudden workplace accident occurs in California or elsewhere, a sudden scramble could result. Individuals may wonder what happened as they try to get help to those injured, and everyone involved may feel shaken by the ordeal. Unfortunately, workplace injuries can prove severe in some cases, and the affected workers may have their lives changed forever.

One worker in another state recently experienced a life-changing accident while on the job. According to reports, the man suffered critical injuries after a commercial refrigeration line at a grocery store ruptured. It was unclear what work-related duties the man may have been carrying out when the accident occurred. At first, individuals believed that an explosion had taken place, but first responders discovered the line rupture. All employees and customers were evacuated after the incident.

Many California residents perform their work duties in less-than-ideal working conditions. Even individuals who work outside can face serious hazards, including toxic exposure. Despite being out in the fresh air, chemicals can still put workers at risk of serious illness.

It was recently reported that approximately 60 farm workers were treated for such exposure. The individuals work at a vineyard, and they complained about smelling chemicals while out working. The smell was apparently coming from a neighboring peach orchard that was being sprayed with pesticide. It was unclear how long after they began smelling the chemicals that the vineyard workers continued to carry out their duties in the area.