When a California worker is injured on the job, there are certain treatment options they want to have and believe will be effective. However, they may be concerned these treatments might not be covered by workers' compensation benefits. That includes getting...
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Construction worker killed by falling beam
In California, the public might not think about the dangers that were part of the creation and completion of a construction project, but with every job there is a risk that workers will be injured or there will be worker death. The workers themselves understand what...
Dying firefighter seeks workers’ compensation benefits
California first responders face danger every single day. This is especially true for firefighters. That is part of the job. While workplace injuries might be expected in many circumstances, there is also a danger of occupational disease from long-term exposure to...
Beware of an unprotected trench, aka an early grave
Do you know that you can refuse to enter an unprotected trench? No construction worker in California has to put his or her life on the line for an employer who just wants to save time and money. In many cases, these are the reasons for disregarding safety regulations...
Work-related accident kills worker on construction project
Construction work is a dangerous occupation regardless of the project. Workers are on scaffolds, working with large tools, operating near heavy machinery, and are placed in some level of jeopardy on every project. On some level, workers and their families are keenly...
Can I settle my permanent disability workers’ compensation case?
When California workers are injured on the job, they can seek workers' compensation benefits. There are different levels of being disabled and the Division of Workers' Compensation will classify a worker as temporarily disabled or permanently disabled. This disability...
Working at an indoor firing range might put your life on the line
The California workers' compensation program provides financial assistance to employees who suffer bodily injury by accident or disease. If you work in one of the many indoor firing ranges in and around San Jose, San Luis Obispo, Santa Clara and Salinas, you might not...
Teen worker on paving project dies in fatal construction accident
California workers who are employed in construction-related jobs should know that it is one of the riskiest types of employment there is. The use of heavy equipment, large tools and working at substantial heights can lend itself to there being accidents. These...
Who will have the backs of lone workers?
Safety authorities in California recommend that companies use the buddy system, which leaves nobody working alone. Each employee works along with a buddy, and they look out for each other's safety. However, if you are a lone worker, there will be no one on whom you...
When do workers’ compensation temporary disability payments stop?
California residents who are injured on the job and have injuries that are considered temporary can usually get temporary disability benefits. These are granted when the person has an injury that prevents him or her from doing the job for more than three days or there...