Sometimes, it is perfectly obvious what insurance policy applies to a situation. If you slip and fall at the grocery store, their premises liability policy might be what pays for your medical bills. However, if you drive as part of your job and you get into a crash...
No matter your occupation, if you have to use a ladder at work, you’re in greater danger than if you didn’t use it. Falls from the same level can lead to significant injuries, and falls from any height are simply more dangerous. You could be a store employee getting...
Accidents happen at the workplace with little warning or time to prepare at the moment. Because of this, you should have a system already in place for handling these incidents that all employees know about, so they can leap into action quickly without wasting precious...
Like many people, you probably trust your medical care to a particular doctor. In the event you get hurt, you prefer to visit your personal doctor if at all possible. But if you sustain an injury at the workplace, you might not have this option if you want workers’...
When a worker suffers an injury on the job, the hope is that there is protection available for them through their employer. Even if a worker goes years without an injury, it may be comforting to know that there is compensation insurance in place to shore up the loss...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
