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Workers' compensation laws across the United States are not uniform in how the states design their jurisdictional systems. It is a federal law that mandates states provide the coverage system, and then state legislatures decide how the programs should be structured....
Certain work-related injuries are very common. California businesses can implement ideas to improve workplace safety to prevent some of these injuries. Train your employees The employer should create a safety program and thoroughly train their employees on it. Giving...
Workers in California face certain risks on the job no matter where they are employed. These are the 10 most common types of workplace injuries. Repetitive motion injuries Repetitive motion injuries happen when workers continuously perform the same motions, putting...
Machine shops are where dangerous machining and manufacturing practices occur. The use of machinery leads to a wide range of accidents from fires to lacerations and amputations. In California, most incidents and injuries in workplaces are covered by workers'...
Have you suffered a back injury at your place of work? This could be a very serious injury. If you don't get it treated right away, it can grow worse over time. An untreated back injury can severely compromise your quality of life. Here are some tips to avoid getting...
Safety officers or first responders, who suffer an injury on the job, can file a claim for worker's compensation benefits. A safety officer or first responder job is inherently more risky than other jobs. California law recognizes the danger of these professions,...
Professionals working in the health care field serve a vital duty: they help people dealing with injuries and illnesses. Ironically, numerous California health care professionals find themselves dealing with work-related injuries since the field comes with many risks...
Southern California has millions of laborers who work in severe outdoor conditions. The California Labor Code protects outdoor employees from suffering under the intense heat that can exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer. The state also provides various programs...
In California, more than 50% of the state's employees are covered by workers' compensation insurance. Nearly every employer who has employees must provide this type of insurance. Even so, there are exceptions that allow some employers to avoid fulfilling this...
As a truck driver, there are many challenges that you may experience on the road in California. Not only do you have to worry about staying safe on the road, but you also have to deal with the risk of developing lower back pain, which is a common basis for workers'...