Often, California residents and those elsewhere simply accept the hazards of their jobs. After all, they need their employment, and if they are careful and abide by the safety guidelines, they will likely avoid any serious accidents and injuries. Of course, not...
Workers’ Compensation
Risk of workplace injuries highest in these industries
In California and across the country, there were more than 5,000 fatalities as a result of on-the-job accidents in 2017. The risk of workplace injuries is higher with certain jobs than others. Of course, it is possible to suffer injury in any line of work, which is...
Do employees have to pay for workers’ compensation insurance?
Like with most types of financial assistance, it can be difficult to understand the compensation available for California workers who suffer injuries on the job. Workers' compensation is certainly a useful benefit to those who do suffer workplace injuries, but it can...
Employers have responsibilities for workers’ compensation claims
Accidents in the workplace could happen in any industry at any time. Even when employers and workers take precautions to lessen the likelihood of injury-causing incidents, they still happen. As a result, workers' compensation may be needed for some individuals in...
California family may need workers’ compensation after fatality
Any person's line of work could put him or her at risk for injuries. In some cases, those injuries can be severe when an accident takes place on the job, especially when machinery or equipment is involved. Unfortunately, not everyone survives work-related injuries,...
Can sick employees seek benefits through workers’ compensation?
California employees have the right to seek benefits and support in the event that they experience some type of accident in the workplace. They can also pursue workers' compensation benefits if they become ill as a result of toxic exposure or contagions in...
Workplace injuries can result when fires break out
Most people go into their places of employment intending to have a normal day. They may not expect that a serious incident can put their safety and the safety of their co-workers at risk. Of course, many events could take place on the job that lead to workplace...
Do travel-related injuries qualify for workers’ compensation?
When people think about being injured at work, they often think of accidents that take place inside their office, at a construction site or in other work areas. However, it is also possible for California workers to suffer injuries on the job when they are not...
Workplace injuries prove fatal for California man
Losing a loved one is never an easy event to accept. Even if individuals expect the loss, it can still take a tremendous toll on their lives. Even more harrowing is when a completely unexpected death occurs, which can happen if individuals are involved in work-related...
Excavator involved in accident that led to workplace injuries
Even when workers use necessary equipment in an appropriate manner, an accident involving that equipment can still take place. The equipment itself may not malfunction, but another element could contribute to an accident that leads to workplace injuries. When workers...