When dangerous professions come to mind, that of a police officer is often near the top of the list. Unfortunately, there are many hazards that law enforcement officers face as they complete their job-related tasks. For example, an officer in California is now being...
Year: 2019
Work accident: Airport worker dies after vehicle overturns
Millions of people in California and across the world travel by airplane. Though travelers may become upset if their flight is delayed or luggage is lost, few likely consider what goes into ensuring that a trip goes smoothly. Unfortunately, an airline employee in...
Workers’ comp: Mail carriers at risk for heat-related illnesses
There are a variety of different aspects that significantly impact a worker's health in California. While most people who consider issues that could ultimately result in a workers' comp claim likely think first of an injury caused by a fall or piece of equipment, for...
Police officers and firefighters need help with PTSD
California's police officers and firefighters see and hear horrific things in their jobs. When other people turn away or run away, they carry out their sworn duties and go where others cannot. For many, some of those sights and sounds won't go away.Whether you work as...
Industrial accident results in fatality
Workers in California and across the country are likely aware of the risks they face while completing their work-related tasks. Despite this knowledge, it is difficult -- if not impossible -- to completely remove all risks from a workplace. In fact, a...
Family may qualify for workers’ compensation after fatal accident
All families in California and across the country are likely aware that they could experience an unexpected loss. Despite this knowledge, few people are truly prepared for such an event. Unfortunately, one out-of-state family may need workers' compensation insurance...
Construction accident at California university kills 1, injures 4
People in California who come across a construction site could have a variety of different reactions. Some people may be excited about signs of progress and change while others may worry about the environment and the inconvenience some construction projects can...
Fatal California workplace accident remains under investigation
There are some jobs that are inherently dangerous. For example, soldiers and first responders are often expected to face situations that could potentially result in an injury. However, all jobs hold some degree of risk, even those that may not seem especially risky....
The primary health hazards for law enforcement workers
Your job as a law enforcement officer in Southern California poses numerous hazards of physical injuries, but how prepared are you for the health risks you face? Research shows that police work correlates with multiple ailments, diseases and illnesses. Certain...
Deputy dies in work-related accident
All jobs in California and across the country hold some degree of risk of injury. Some, however, hold greater risks of being more severely injured. For example, first responders are often required go toward dangerous situations in which others are fleeing. Even tasks...