On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Feb 17, 2021 | Blog, Workplace Accidents
Manufacturing jobs encompass many various skilled workers performing a variety of tasks. A California manufacturing facility might be a hectic place, as all the employees work at their jobs. Engineers, painters, forklift operators, welders, and others might work...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Dec 29, 2020 | Workplace Accidents
The vast majority of workplace accidents in California fall into one of three categories: slips and falls, overexertion, and contact with equipment. Every year, hundreds of workers are forced to take time off after sustaining injuries that may have been preventable....
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Sep 10, 2020 | Workplace Accidents
Hundreds of workers in California and around the country are seriously injured each year in accidents that take place on loading docks. This kind of workplace accident often occurs when a truck pulls away unexpectedly, wheel chocks fail or forklift trucks topple over,...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Sep 3, 2020 | Workers' Compensation, Workplace Accidents, Workplace Injuries
Founded in 1971, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) requires that all work areas be safe for employees, including maintenance workers. A maintenance employee in California commonly performs routine checks and repairs at facilities and the...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Jul 17, 2016 | Workplace Accidents
The workers’ compensation system, while designed to protect the interests of workers in California, can be complex and difficult to navigate. If you have suffered after you were injured on the job, do you know what to do? Knowing your rights and the proper...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Jun 30, 2016 | Workplace Accidents
When California workers suffer an injury or become ill on the job, they may feel overwhelmed and confused regarding their rights and the workers’ compensation process. Many workers aren’t aware that they could have a rightful claim to benefits if injured...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Jun 23, 2016 | Workplace Accidents
In California, temperatures have been soaring into the 90s and, in some places, have topped 100 degrees. It is critical at this time of year for employers to implement and enforce strict heat-related safety protocols. These steps could save the lives of workers who...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | Jun 8, 2016 | Workplace Accidents
While summer brings beautiful weather and vacations for many California families, it could signal a serious threat to the health and safety of many workers. Due to the large agricultural and construction industries in the state, there are a significant amount of...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | May 23, 2016 | Workplace Accidents
California is home to many people employed in the film industry, all of whom have the right to a safe workplace. Recent research indicates that these hardworking individuals could face an increased risk of illness because of toxic chemical exposure. Any time a...
On behalf of Law Offices of Bo Katzakian | May 21, 2016 | Workplace Accidents
After the recent work-related death of a San Francisco man, it was learned that the employer has been fined for many safety violations in the past. The California worker suffered a fatal on-the-job injury after the aerial lift he was in was crushed by a...
