Injured Workers Should Not Stand Alone
Workplace injuries are common, and you may wonder how you will ever get back to living a normal life following an accident at work. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2019, private employers reported 2.8 million nonfatal injuries and illnesses. The...
If you get injured at work, you can make a claim for workers' compensation benefits. According to the State of California Department of Industrial Relations, these benefits can include medical care, temporary disability, permanent disability, supplemental job...
The doctor-patient relationship is one of the more important ones in modern society. Not only do you rely on your chosen physician to treat you, but you also must share potentially sensitive information with him or her. If you sustain an on-the-job injury or develop...
The time you spend recovering from a serious workplace injury can be a sensitive period for you. You will likely deal with deeply personal issues as you try to recover your health. If you do get hurt, you would probably want somebody you trust, like your personal...
If you work in a California warehouse, there are many hazards that you may face on a daily basis. While your employer may be taking steps to minimize these hazards, it is important to take an active role in staying safe on the job. Let's take a look at some of the...
After they get hurt at work, many people know they need to file for workers' compensation. There are a few steps people should take to start this process. According to the Department of Industrial Relations, employers have to give workers a claim form so they can...
As online retailers grow and the need for more warehouse space grows alongside them, so, too, do the job duties of warehouse workers. As companies compete with one another to ship and deliver products faster, many of them are turning to new technologies and warehouse...
If you suffer a serious injury at work, you will likely receive workers' compensation and end up having to take some time off work. This time off is for you to heal so that you can return to your former position. Your employer cannot fire you due to your injury and...
Summer and fall weather can result in sweltering temperatures in California. While outdoor workers face various hazards year-round, the potential of heat stroke, heat exhaustion, rash and cramps are prominent during this time of year. Not only does heat illness and...
Under California law, all employers who have at least one employee are responsible for providing workers’ compensation insurance. When an employee suffers a work-related injury, this insurance provides important benefits, including compensation for medical care, lost...
