The healthcare industry is constantly growing and changing. In this element, nurses are on the frontline, often exposed to traumatic events that may impact their emotional and psychological well-being. In California, the law allows workers to receive workers’...
Workers’ Compensation
What is the construction industry’s Fatal Four classification?
The construction industry experiences a significant number of worker fatalities each and every year. The industry does not have the highest fatality rate of all U.S. industries, but it does feature the highest number of workers killed overall. Meaning, forestry...
4 common work injuries among CNAs
Hospitals and long-term care homes would not be able to function without the hard work of their certified nursing assistants (CNAs). These are the people providing hands-on care to the patients and the ones who are most likely to get hurt on the job. While CNAs face...
5 common warehouse accidents
You work in a warehouse. The salary helps to cover your rent and keep food on the table. Without this job, your livelihood would be at risk. But, one wrong accident could jeopardize your entire life. Warehouse workers who are involved in an accident at work shouldn't...
2 times QMEs can impact California workers’ compensation claims
Some workers' compensation claims are very simple. An individual gets hurt at work, notifies their supervisor, and leaves immediately to undergo treatment. They file a benefits claim to cover their medical care costs and to help them pay their cost-of-living expenses...
Who picks the doctor when California workers get hurt?
When you’re hurt or sick, you need to be able to rely on your doctor, and that’s not easy to do if you’re forced to see a provider who you’ve never met before. Fortunately (unlike in many other states), California offers injured workers the ability to use their...
Are slip, trip and fall injuries common among nurses
In their line of duty, nurses are exposed to different hazardous elements. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, registered nurses in the private industry experienced about 19,790 days-away-from-work injury and illness cases in 2016. Several factors may have...
CA bill would help front-line hospital workers get workers’ comp
Front-line hospital employees are at risk for a wide variety of injuries and medical conditions. Getting workers’ compensation after suffering a work-related injury or illness, however, can sometimes be challenging. If a bill that’s currently being considered by the...
Stockers face significant injury risks at work
Merchandise stockers, or retail stock associates, are essential in maintaining a store's inventory and ensuring a smooth shopping experience. However, this job can have several potential risks, often leading to injuries. These injuries typically stem from repetitive...
2 kinds of injuries are common in most professions
Many workers are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits if they suffer from injuries or medical conditions on the job. While every job is unique, many common injuries can be found in several professions. To learn whether you’re eligible for workers’ compensation...