Staying cool and comfortable during these hottest months of the year can be a challenge. You may have the air conditioning set as low as possible in your home and in your vehicle, and your family probably enjoys spending as much time as they can by the water. All...
Workers’ Compensation
Think you have a third-party claim?
You were hurt while on the job, and as such, you may file for workers’ compensation benefits to help you as you recover and move forward -- this you already know. Did you also know that in some cases, third-party personal injury claims may be filed in a California...
Work-related nitrogen leak kills 6, sends 11 others to hospital
Most people in California are likely aware of the potential hazards that they may face in the workplace. Often, employees can be warned and trained about certain issues that could lead to a work-related injury. Unfortunately, some hazards come from unexpected places,...
California construction accident sends man to hospital
Most drivers in California and across the country have witnessed construction while driving on the roadways. Without new construction and improvements, roads would fall into disrepair, making them a hazard. Unfortunately, these workers are placing their lives at risk...
When will I get my workers’ comp money?
If you have suffered a workplace accident, chances are you are as concerned about your financial situation as you are about your physical wellbeing. A work injury means medical expenses that may include multiple doctor visits, medication, physical therapy and perhaps...
Health care workers frequent victims of work-related injuries
Many people in California who have been treated in a medical facility recognize the importance of health care workers. In fact, many such workers sometimes place both their physical and mental well-being in jeopardy as they work to ensure that the needs of their...
This life-saving PPE could cause severe injury or even death
If you are a member of a construction crew in Santa Fe Springs or elsewhere in California, you will undoubtedly be aware of the risks of working at heights. Although your employer must provide personal protective equipment, that is not where the safety precautions...
Construction worker killed in work-related accident
Roadways are lifelines for people in the United States. Not only do they facilitate the transport of goods, they also allow people to get from place to place, including to their occupations. Because of their importance, roads must be properly maintained....
Certain misconceptions about workers’ compensation benefits
A work-related injury worries you. Not only do you wonder where you will get the money to support your family, but you also worry about your recovery time. How long will I be out of work? On top of that, you worry about job security. You had heard stories from...
Man’s death ruled workplace accident
At this time of the year, many people in California and across the country have turned their attention toward the holidays. Often, they think about the dishes that they will make and the gifts they will purchase. Unfortunately, a family in another state is instead...