On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Nov 29, 2014 | Workers' Compensation
Two Merced County law enforcement officers were injured on the job recently. A California man is facing felony charges after allegedly assaulting the two officers who were injured on the job. The incident occurred as the two officers were...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Nov 27, 2014 | Construction Workers' Accidents
A California construction company has been cited by Cal/OSHA after two workers were fatally injured while working. The two men fell approximately 80 feet to their deaths off of a platform hoisted by a crane. The company is said to be guilty of...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Nov 19, 2014 | Construction Workers' Accidents
It is not uncommon for an employee on a construction site to be injured while working. These types of job sites are fraught with risks, and workers can be injured by anything from a falling tool to unsafe equipment. Even poorly trained workers can put themselves and...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Nov 13, 2014 | Industrial Workers' Accidents
Industrial hazards combined with a lack of safety standards can have devastating consequences for employees — consequences that can include workplace injuries. Recently in California, an explosion in a fuel distribution facility resulted in the death of one...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Nov 11, 2014 | Workplace Injuries
Are seasonal workers at a higher risk for workplace injuries? During the holiday season, businesses all over California will hire extra workers in order to handle the increase in shoppers and retail activity. While this is good news for those searching for jobs, are...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Nov 6, 2014 | Construction Workers' Accidents
California readers know that work site safety is imperative for any worker participating in construction or renovation. A recent and tragic work site accident illustrates how job dangers can lead to on-the-job injury or death for workers. In this particular incident,...