Injured Workers Should Not Stand Alone
Crystalline silica is a natural mineral found in construction materials such as sand, glass, stone or concrete. Activities such as drilling, mining and manufacturing, can release silica dust, posing a serious health threat when inhaled. Unfortunately, silicosis is a...
Los beneficios de seguridad social por discapacidad son para aquellas personas que no pueden trabajar debido a una condición médica. Cabe aclarar que esta condición médica debe ser severa, incapacitante por al menos un año o que resulte en el deceso del individuo. En...
Employees who become ill from exposure to work-related toxic materials, hazardous waste or chemical spills may file for workers’ compensation benefits. An occupational illness caused by a harmful substance often requires immediate medical attention. Toxic substances...
If you are like most California residents, you rely on a job to pay bills, put a roof over your head and provide for your family. Whether you work in an office, in a warehouse or on a construction site, a severe injury that prevents you from working puts other areas...
Traumatic brain damage is one of the most common injuries in workplaces across the nation. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an average of 155 people die every day as a result of traumatic brain injuries. During one year, approximately 2.5...
It is safe to say that most workers in California find comfort in knowing that workers' compensation benefits are available after a workplace accident. However, just because an employer complies with the law to provide workers' compensation coverage does not...
The injuries you can suffer at work range from minor scrapes and abrasions to serious injuries, such as joint damage. Back injuries are some of the most common and difficult to treat of all potential occupational injuries. People often have inaccurate ideas about who...
Suffering an injury on the job changes your life in many ways. It can take you away from your job and your income and it can lead to expensive medical bills. In severe cases, a work accident can result in temporary or permanent disability or even death. We realize...
Taxi drivers in California can make enough money to provide their families with a good life, as can rideshare drivers. It is a fast-paced industry that is growing quickly across the nation as more people choose not to own personal vehicles. The earning capacity of...
Toxic or hazardous substances are often a factor in many industries, and the field of construction is certainly no exception. Unfortunately, many construction workers are not aware of the toxic dangers associated with the construction industry. As you might expect,...
