Manufacturing is one of the most important industries in the country, but also one of the most hazardous because of the materials and equipment involved. Your employer has a responsibility to mitigate these hazards to the extent possible to provide a safe working...
Month: December 2013
Month: December 2013
4 safety tips for warehouse workers
Staying safe while on the job is essential. When an injury occurs, you can lose your income, your health and your ability to return to work. If you are a warehouse worker, it is especially important that you protect yourself from harm. According to the California...
Do you need a different doctor?
The patient-doctor relationship that you hold with various medical professionals in your life will serve as some of the most important professional ties that you have. They treat you and should also protect your personal information, which you often need to share with...
What should your doctor explain about your work limitations?
After a workplace injury, you might worry about when you can get back to work. You may be fine if you are healthy enough to just work a limited job until you recover. This is where your treating doctor may give you important help. The California Department of...
¿Qué es el programa de Seguridad de Ingreso Suplementario?
El programa de Seguridad de Ingreso Suplementario (SSI por sus siglas en inglés) es uno de los programas del Seguro Social (SS) que brinda beneficios a las personas que tienen una discapacidad. El SSI paga beneficios a quienes tienen una discapacidad y no cuentan con...
What do you know about depression triggered by a workplace injury?
You recently suffered an injury while on the clock. You know you qualify for workers' compensation, and you know the extent of the harm you suffered, but did you and your physician overlook the accident's mental toll? EHS Today examines the connection between...
¿Qué pasa si no puedo regresar a trabajar por mi discapacidad?
Todos los trabajadores tienen el derecho a pedir compensación por cualquier herida que se hagan mientras llevan a cabo sus labores. Esta compensación se les da a los trabajadores heridos hasta que puedan regresar a trabajar. Sin embargo, puede suceder que la herida...
What evidence can help you win your workers’ compensation appeal?
It is very common for examiners to deny applications for workers’ compensation benefits. In many cases, a problem with evidence is the reason for denying a valid claim. Being successful on appeal will require a close analysis of why an examiner determined that an...
What are concurrent benefits and am I eligible?
You may be aware that there are two different disability programs that the Social Security Administration runs. These are Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). These programs serve the needs of different populations, but...
What to do if you recognize unsafe activity in the workplace
A certain level of danger is inherent to certain jobs, with industries such as construction and manufacturing carrying more risk. However, your employer has a legal responsibility to minimize hazards by providing a safe workplace environment. Under the California...