The California legislature is currently considering a bill that would effectively prohibit professional athletes from receiving the benefits of the state's workers' compensation scheme. Currently, California is one of only states that allows injured workers to file...
Month: June 2013
SeaWorld hit with second violation for unsafe work environment
California residents may be saddened to hear that SeaWorld has been hit with a violation and a hefty fine for running a dangerous workplace by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This is the second violation that SeaWorld has faced, with the...
App to keep workers cool this summer
Summer can be a dangerous time for outdoor workers. The heat can soar to unsafe levels quickly, so OSHA has created an app that allows supervisors and workers to monitor the heat index. It is hoped this will help keep workers safe and stop wage loss from heat related...
Asbestos and toxins can harm tornado volunteers
The attention of the nation has been focused on the injury and death caused by the recent tornados in several cities. However, there may be personal injury cases that result from the aftereffects of these tornados that have not even occurred yet. California and other...
