California has passed legislation which recognizes mental health occupational injuries. Those in first responder positions face an unpredictable workday that can include high-stress situations and traumatic events. Traditionally, workers' compensation benefits were...
Month: March 2021
Your car’s built-in driving distractions may surprise you
It may seem relatively simple to avoid driving distractions. Keep your phone in your pocket. Use a seatbelt harness for your pets. Drive by yourself, rather than with passengers. All of these things can help, naturally, but there’s still a big issue you have to...
Where are firefighters likely to be injured
There might not be an occupation more dangerous than being a firefighter. California firefighters frequently throw themselves into burning buildings and put themselves at risk to save countless lives. As such, they’re more likely to suffer injuries. What injuries are...
Technology to reduce rate of workplace fatalities
Workplace safety must be a critical concern for businesses and workers alike. Each year, thousands of workers in the state of California file workers’ compensation claims as the result of some sort of work-associated injury. Sadly, work-related fatalities appear to...