Most people would say that treatment for a work-related injury or illness should be based on what medical professionals recommend – not on what employers and their workers’ compensation insurers are willing to pay for. That doesn’t mean, however, that those who are...
Workers’ Compensation
How to prove your injury was caused by your job
In today's fast-paced working environment, workplace injuries are not uncommon. While some injuries can be easily linked to work-related tasks, others may not be as evident. If you suspect your injury is a direct result of your job, it's crucial to establish a clear...
What happens to your workers’ comp when you switch jobs?
Every employee is entitled to a safe work environment. However, workplace injuries as well as work-related illnesses still happen. If you are injured at work, you may be entitled to financial restitution through your employer-sponsored workers’ compensation program....
How long do you have to file for workers’ comp in California?
When you leave home for work each morning, you hope to clock in, perform your duties and earn a fair day’s wage. However, every workplace has its share of hazards. If you sustain an injury or develop an illness that is attributable to your work, you may be eligible...
The danger of slips, trips and falls for hospital workers
The hospital environment has a variety of hazards that pose risks to the staff's health and well-being. Slips, trips and falls are common in a health care setting, and these kinds of accidents can have severe implications for those involved, from minor bruising to...
3 common workplace injury risks for commercial truckers
Driving a commercial truck is arguably one of the best blue-collar jobs available. Professionals can largely set their own schedules and choose what kind of routes they want to drive, from hyperlocal routes for businesses that require direct delivery services to...
Carpal tunnel syndrome and workers’ compensation
When thinking of injuries that generate workers’ compensation claims, typically people mention accidents involving machinery, falls from height and other single catastrophic events. But there are serious workplace injuries that occur in far less dramatic...
Needlestick injuries among healthcare workers
Healthcare workers play a crucial role in society. However, their careers have challenges, including safety concerns, and a common one is needlestick injuries - skin-penetrating wounds caused by sharp instruments. Here is what you need to know about needlestick...
When job-related injuries occur in a home care setting
Not so very long ago, in-home healthcare was a luxury only made readily accessible to the wealthy under most circumstances. Most people who were suffering as a result of injuries or illnesses could perhaps be treated by a physician in their homes but they didn’t have...
Working in tech? How to protect yourself from workplace injuries
California is a tech giant. Home of Silicon Valley and countless tech-startup companies, working in the tech industry is commonplace. While the tech industry is considered relatively safe for workers (especially compared to construction and farming), injuries may...