California Workers’ Compensation Blog

California workers might have a bad day on the job and end up getting hurt while performing their tasks. Acute injuries account for many workers' compensation claims. Slip-and-fall accidents, back strain from lifting a heavy object, and suffering burns are typical...

Numerous work environments come with injury risks, and threats to the eyes rank among the most frightening. California workers that face potential injuries to the eyes may wish to brush up on safety practices and procedures. Eye injury risks haunt workers Persons...

California residents may associate formaldehyde with mortuaries and funeral homes, but the colorless substance is also found in many common building and household products. Brief exposure to low levels of formaldehyde is generally considered harmless, but prolonged or...

For a long time, workers' compensation benefits have helped employees find some financial help for work-related bodily harm. Physical damage isn't the only sort of pain a workplace can cause, though. Psychological damage, which is serious and can be devastating, is...

Carpel tunnel syndrome is a common repetitive motion disorder that develops in the hands and wrists over time after years of stress. While it is common among California factory workers or others who must use their hands and wrists constantly while performing job...

Throughout California, many first responders and firefighters work hard to help keep this state safe. Unfortunately, performing these duties can sometimes result in bouts of post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD. To help solve this growing problem, Governor Gavin...

Parts of California are warm and sunny, and many people find themselves working in high temperatures. Unfortunately, working in these environments sometimes leads to heat stress. Here's more information about this condition and what you can do to prevent it. What is...

Your California employer is generally required to take steps to help prevent you from getting hurt at work. However, you can also take reasonable steps to minimize the risk of incurring an eye injury while performing your job-related tasks. Make sure to wear...

Many people who work from home and telecommute often wonder if they're still entitled to workers' comp if they suffer from an injury while performing work tasks. Employees who work remotely in California are covered under workers' compensation provided by employers....

Thousands of people in California volunteer to help their favorite charities and organizations in their spare time. In most cases, workers' compensation only applies to employees--if you're a volunteer, the agency hasn't technically employed you. However, there are...