When most people in California consider dangerous occupations, they likely think of police officers who must deal with perilous situations daily or firefighters who are expected to rush into burning buildings. However, all jobs hold some degree of risk, especially...
Month: February 2017
Worker in critical condition after suffering workplace injuries
All workplaces in California hold some degree of risk of injury. Those who work with electricity are likely all too aware of the risks they face. Despite their knowledge and the safety precautions they may take, accidents can still happen that result in serious...
Man suffers fatal workplace injuries while unloading truck
Anytime workers in California must unload heavy equipment or products from a truck, they face certain dangers This is especially true if the materials shift unexpectedly. Because of the potential of suffering from workplace injuries in a variety of different scenarios...
Facts to know about those living with a brain injury after a workplace accident
Brain injuries come in all different shapes and sizes, and no two brains - or people -- are the same. Where one may deal with an injury easily, another person may respond with severe changes to health, personality and relationships forever. Life is dramatically...
Construction accidents: Worker loses life following mudslide
Mother nature can often complicate the best of plans. In some cases, weather events and conditions can create dangerous road conditions, including an increased risk of mudslides. While crews attempt to clean up these conditions, they could become involved in...
Fall causes fatal workplace injuries
All work sites in California and across the country have a great deal of occupational hazards regardless of the type of business. Certain conditions, such as poor weather, can increase the hazards employees face when their job responsibilities require them to be...
Workers’ compensation possible after California worker killed
When skiers take to the slopes in California, they do so with the expectation of having fun while getting some exercise, but many may be unaware of the effort that goes into ensuring that slopes are safe. Unfortunately, one man recently lost his life while attempting...
Officials investigate incident involving fatal workplace injuries
While some people in California are aware of the extreme risks that police officers and firefighters face, they may be less aware that those who work at great heights also face considerable risks due to the potential for falls. As a result, the Occupational...
Construction accidents: Woman killed after struck by backhoe
Many people in California may not realize the dangers that those in construction face. However, construction accidents can happen due to the large equipment being used, falls of employees working in scaffolds or injuries suffered by falling objects. Unfortunately, one...
