Even the most seasoned veterans can suffer an accident while at work. Because of this potential, California and other states require employers to provide workers' compensation insurance benefits for employees; these benefits also extend to certain family members in...
Month: July 2016
Top 3 Things You Should Know about Workers’ Comp in California
There's a lot of misunderstanding about workers' compensation in California. Many workers are not aware of their rights, and other workers may be discouraged from filing a claim because they fear retaliation from the employer.Make no mistake: employers have a legal...
Injury claim possible after man injured at work
Regardless of the occupation, there are likely some risks present in the workplace. Unfortunately, some people in California suffer serious injuries that require significant medical treatment that can prevent the injured worker from returning to work. One man, for...
OSHA claims fatal workplace injuries could have been prevented
Many workplace accidents in California and across the country are unforeseen and occur despite the many safety precautions that are in place. However, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration claims that a recent investigation reveals that an out-of-state...
Man suffers fatal workplace injuries in industrial accident
Many job-related tasks in California hold certain dangers. Even those that may seem relatively safe may prove to be problematic if the task involves working with large equipment, such as a semi-trailer. Unfortunately, a man was recently killed after suffering...
Man suffers severe workplace injuries after struck by bolt
All occupations in California carry some degree of risk; however, some are especially risky. For example, a representative for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration notes that workers in the wind industry face a variety of different risks, including falls...
2 crew members suffer workplace injuries in Los Angeles
Those who work in show business often become experts at creating illusions, especially involving the illusion of danger. While most sets in Los Angeles where shows are filmed are typically safe places, two crew members recently suffered workplace injuries....
California worker suffers workplace injuries in accident
All jobs hold a certain amount of risk. Unfortunately, many of these risks are due to the unpredictable actions of others. Police in California as well as officials from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration are currently investigating an accident that...
