Of all the lines of work that people find themselves in throughout their lives, many California residents know that working in construction can be one of the most dangerous. Between working with powerful tools and colossal construction vehicles, as well as dealing...
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Workers’ compensation loophole cruel to California workers
A loophole that was created when California legislators reformed the state's workers' compensation system has, according to some, caused devastating harm to the workers the system is supposed to protect. The reforms were aimed to both improve the care injured workers...
Industrial work injury: steamroller runs over California worker
Workplace accidents can happen in nearly any field of work. From slipping on the stairs on the way to the office to falling from a scaffold at a construction site, many California workers are at risk every day they arrive at work. Perhaps one of the most dangerous...
Injured amusement park employee might seek workers’ compensation
Roller-coasters can be a source of great entertainment for many thrill-seekers. With fast speeds, upside-down loops and the chance to experience g-forces akin to what jet fighter pilots feel, they can be very exhilarating. Though riding one isn't usually cause for...
California construction site accidents and workers’ compensation
Workers in many lines of work in California are susceptible to getting injured on the job. Whether lifting heavy boxes in a warehouse or working with sharp objects in a kitchen, when a worker is not careful, injuries can often be the result. However, some of the most...
Workers’ compensation claim may be filed for California worker
Many lines of work contain certain dangers and carry inherent risks. Some workers know that, in their line of work, it's only a matter of time before they might be injured. When a worker in California is injured on the job, he or she is often entitled to file a...
California worker suffers work injury and employer to blame
Workplace injuries in California are a common occurrence in many lines of work. Whether serious or not, a work injury that causes even a few missed days of work can have serious effects on the worker's finances. Workers' compensation benefits can help alleviate some...
California worker might qualify for workers’ compensation
Getting injured on the job is rarely at the forefront of a person's mind, but in some occupations, that worry might occur daily. Even with proper safety precautions and safety equipment diminishing the chances of being injured on the job, for some California residents...
Electrical shocks in California lead to more injured workers
For those who work blue-collar jobs, workplace injuries can be fairly common. For workers who deal with electricity on a day-to-day basis in California, injuries suffered while on the job can cause serious bodily harm and even death in some cases. In the case of an...
California man fights for his life and then workers’ compensation
As many California drivers can attest to, their long commute is often the source of much anxiety and frustration. However, drivers of big-rig trucks, who are often transporting explosive materials, feel this anxiety ten-fold. As was the case with a Bakersfield man who...