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 responding to an emergency situation reported by the defendant's family.
Company cited after workers fatally injured while working
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 "serious violations," which may have led to the tragic incident. Failure to adhere to safety standards can result in employees being injured while working and other consequences.
Injured while working on a construction site? We can help you.
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 other California workers at risk for injury. If you were injured while working, our experienced team of workers' compensation lawyers can assist you.
Facility fined after continued accidents and workplace injuries
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 worker and injuries incurred by another. Cal/OSHA fined the facility almost $100,000 for the incidents that ultimately resulted in serious workplace injuries.
Seasonal workers may be at a higher risk for 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 these workers actually at a higher risk for workplace injuries? It should be said that safety in the workplace is always important, but especially so during the holiday rush.
Work site safety can prevent on-the-job injury or death
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, a worker was killed after a dirt wall collapsed on him.
