Industrial work forms the backbone of America. Such hard labor ensures valuable goods make it off factory lines and to the homes of the population. This work is satisfying and often well-paying for employees, but it is not without its dangers. Workers should take note...
Injured Workers Should Not Stand Alone
Month: October 2016
What should you do after you get hurt at work?
A workplace injury can make it difficult to perform the duties of your job and continue to maintain your income. If you get hurt at work, the injury can also make it harder to manage responsibilities at home and participate in activities you enjoy. The workers’...
Does workers’ comp cover overworked employees?
Workers’ compensation protects injured employees from financial destitution. According to the Department of Industrial Relations, workers’ compensation insurance covers medical care, permanent and temporary disability benefits, death benefits and supplemental job...
Assigning a disability rating for workers’ compensation benefits
If you suffer a work-related injury, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits, but the approval process involves a disability rating. Who assigns disability ratings and how does such a rating affect your ability to receive a workers’ compensation award?...
SSDI recipients should see a large increase in 2023
If you are struggling to make ends meet, your mind is probably not playing tricks on you. In fact, according to reporting from CNBC, inflation has caused the cost of many everyday items to increase by almost 8%. While there are some indications that inflation may be...
Eligibility requirements for Social Security Disability
If you have a disability that prevents you from working, you may be eligible for disability benefits. Social Security Disability Insurance provides benefits that help cover expenses normally paid for by the missing income. Not everyone who applies for these benefits...
What are the most common injuries resulting from agricultural work?
The agriculture industry ranks among the most hazardous occupations. Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers are at very high risk of getting injured on the job. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) estimated that in 2020, 2.1...
Hotel housekeepers have highest injury rates in service work
Some hotel workers face higher on-the-job injury risks than others. If you currently work as one of California’s many hotel housekeepers, you have the highest risk of injury of any profession within the service sector. The risks are even higher if you are a female...
Does it matter who is at fault for your workplace injury?
Workplace accidents can happen when you least expect them. Sometimes, an accident occurs because of negligence or failure to follow safety rules. If you believe that you are partly at fault for your injury, you might hesitate to file a workers' compensation claim. You...
How warehouse work pace impacts injury risks
Warehouse work is tough on the body. If you are among a growing number of California residents who make your living in a warehouse environment, it is important that you recognize how the pace of work in your warehouse environment affects your overall injury risks....