Have you ever walked past a coworker’s desk and nearly tripped because they had a drawer pulled out? Did you back up and almost fall because the drawer on a filing cabinet was left open behind you? Drawers and other items that stick out do have the potential to cause...
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Year: 2021
What do you know about indoor air quality in the workplace?
Depending on your health, you may have a respiratory issue or illness, one your employer may unknowingly make worse. Could your office have poor indoor air quality that endangers your health? The EPA explores common indoor air quality hazards and how the presence of...
How do crush injuries impact you?
Construction workers face more physical dangers and risks than most other professionals and workers. Unfortunately, accidents and injuries continue to plague the industry despite efforts to lower these statistics. One big and unique risk that construction workers face...
When working at home, can I make a claim for an illness or injury?
The home office is quickly becoming commonplace for many companies. Working at home has a lot of benefits for employers and workers. It can allow for more flexibility and reduce overhead costs. However, there are some aspects of working at home that become...
If I am undocumented, can I get worker’s compensation?
There are thousands of undocumented workers across the United States. Knowing your rights as an undocumented worker is paramount for your safety and well-being. It is also very important that undocumented workers understand how the law in California may work...
Construction workers and head injuries: Why such a high risk?
As a construction worker, you likely perform many of your jobs while perched on a roof, scaffold or tall ladder. Consequently, you face a serious risk of falling, severely injuring your head when you do. The Mayo Clinic lists falls as the number one cause of traumatic...
Minimizing scaffold injuries on construction sites
If you work on a California construction project, you may encounter a variety of specialized workers on-site, from plumbers, masons and carpenters to welders and electricians. The employer has a duty to provide a safe environment for all workers. Following best...
Traveling for work and injured? You could still seek workers’ compensation
There is often confusion around when workers’ compensation will or will not cover a person’s injuries. Many people realize that they can receive compensation if they’re hurt while they’re in the office or on a specific work site. They know that they can seek...
What should you do if you get hurt at work?
Workers' compensation exists to help cover your medical treatment if you sustain injuries at work. In addition, you may be eligible to receive compensation for lost wages while you heal from your injury. If you experience an injury at work, the following steps will...
You cannot lose your job for filing a workers’ comp claim
If you sustain injuries at work, you may be hesitant to report them for several reasons. Many people mistakenly believe that their employer may fire them. This is a scary thought, especially while dealing with an injury. It is important to understand that a delay in...