Construction can be a backbreaking job. Many workers in California will eventually face a construction injury, due to the labor intensive nature of the industry. As technology advances, new innovations are developed that can reduce or eliminate harms caused to workers...
Month: August 2017
3 common reasons California workers’ comp claims are denied
In California, if you are injured on the job, you generally have a right to workers' compensation. There are relatively few types of jobs that don't require employers to carry workers' comp insurance, so chances are that you are eligible for benefits if you are...
California man dies from workplace injuries
On-the-job safety is literally a life-or-death concern, and should be treated as such. Employers have a grave responsibility to their employees, to provide them with training and safety equipment required to perform work tasks. Ensuring that everyone goes home safe is...
Opioid-related workers’ compensation claims drop in California
The opioid epidemic has far-reaching effects and is changing the way that physicians prescribe medicines. As researchers, policy analysts and professionals scramble to find solutions to combat the epidemic, some agencies are implementing policies to try to reduce the...
Common benefits provided through California worker’s comp
If you suffer an injury on the job, you are likely eligible for worker's compensation. In order to take full advantage of your benefits, it is important that you understand what your worker's comp covers.Read on to learn more about the common benefits provided by...
Farmworker’s organization addresses toxic exposure
It is easy to forget about how pesticides affect farmworkers on the job. Farmworkers experience over 20,000 cases of pesticide exposure every year, but lack of protections and immigration concerns keep many workers from speaking out. A recent news story...
California workers’ comp: The independent medical review process
For some people, the workers' compensation claim process goes smoothly and swiftly, while others may encounter delays and obstacles. However, even those in the latter category can ultimately achieve successful outcomes with the right help.One common workers' comp...
