For restaurant workers, the thought of being hit by a truck may be on the bottom of the list of possible workplace injuries. Despite being a rarity, being injured on the job by a truck is still a frightening possibility. In California, a restaurant worker preparing...
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Month: April 2015
Injured workers in California should know basic rights
The workers' compensation laws and process can be complex, as many workers may be unsure of what to do or what they are entitled to receive. It is vital that injured workers understand their basic rights and how the process may work if they are injured on the job....
Hot glass causes serious work injury
The dangers of working with glass go far beyond the risk of getting cut. Hot glass can be an extremely dangerous thing with which to work, especially for a worker new to the industry. Any California worker who works with extreme heat and glass combined may want to...
Railroad crossing is site of work injury
Anytime work needs to be completed on a railroad or at a railroad crossing, there are many provisions in place to ensure the safety of workers and those who may be traveling on any train that comes through. Despite the caution and plethora of rules and regulations,...
Firefighter suffers serious work injury in California
Anytime a firefighter jumps into action, there is the risk of physical harm or injury. The very nature of the job requires a firefighter to put his or her life at risk to protect the community. One serious fire in California led to a severe work injury for one...