Workers who get hurt on the job may qualify for certain benefits. The California workers' compensation system helps support injured employees by providing no-cost medical coverage and even disability benefits. Workers may receive wage replacement benefits until they...
Workers’ Compensation
Why are people denied workers’ compensation? 4 causes
A workplace injury could jeopardize a worker's employment. Injured workers may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits, which could help them earn lost wages and pay for medical bills. Unfortunately, many workers don’t get the compensation they need because of...
Could a mistake at work affect workers’ comp eligibility?
Most workers in California have protection if they develop job-related medical conditions. Workers' compensation benefits pay for medical care and can replace workers' wages when they require an extended leave of absence. There are many scenarios in which employees...
What could cause a truck accident for a safe driver?
Many semi-truck accidents happen because drivers themselves make mistakes. But it’s unfair to these drivers to assume that this is always the case. There are also many accidents where drivers were operating the vehicle safely and something outside of their control...
Hazards linemen face as they work on the electric grid
Electric linemen are the unsung heroes who work behind the scenes to ensure we all enjoy electricity's comforts and necessities. Whether restoring power after a storm or maintaining the electrical infrastructure, these professionals often work in hazardous conditions...
Common injuries for office workers
Office environments may seem like safe havens compared to industrial job sites. Even though you won't find heavy machinery or hazardous materials in most offices, these work settings have their own set of risks. From seemingly minor inconveniences to significant...
Medical care is vital to workers with cumulative trauma injuries
What are cumulative trauma injuries? These painful injuries usually arise when you perform the same tasks on repeat. For example, typing all day can lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, one of the most common cumulative injuries. Many employees suffering from cumulative...
Can California nurses claim workers’ comp for emotional trauma?
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’...
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...