On behalf of Raymond E. Frost & Associates | Sep 10, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Falls are not necessarily the most common workplace incident in California, but they can be the most severe for victims and the costliest for employers. Compared to the average injury, fall-related injuries are three times more likely to land the victim in a hospital....
On behalf of Raymond E. Frost & Associates | Aug 28, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Outdoor workers in California run a high risk for developing a heat-related illness, but there are ways to lower this risk. Everything starts with drinking water and avoiding those liquids that will only dehydrate, such as coffee and caffeinated soft drinks. Workers...
On behalf of Raymond E. Frost & Associates | Aug 12, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Electricians in California and beyond often find themselves in dangerous situations. Dealing with electricity is inherently risky, and the slightest mishap can turn an ordinary workday into an unthinkable tragedy. To reduce to the risk of death and accidents,...
On behalf of Raymond E. Frost & Associates | Jul 29, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Electrical accidents can be serious; every year, some 1,000 people die in them. Over half of the accidents involve a voltage of less than 600 volts, and experts say that even 50 volts can prove fatal in certain situations. Perhaps you were injured by electricity while...
On behalf of Raymond E. Frost & Associates | Jul 23, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Employers in California need to make sure they have a work safety program in place, or else their employees will not know what hazards to look out for, report and address. Below are eight tips that every employee should be clear about. It all starts with being aware...
On behalf of Raymond E. Frost & Associates | Jul 20, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Californians who are injured on the job and seek workers’ compensation benefits may at some point want to reopen the claim. There are many reasons for this including a change in circumstances such as a condition growing worse, the need for increased medical treatment,...
On behalf of Raymond E. Frost & Associates | Jun 26, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
When California workers are injured on the job, it is natural to be worried about the future. Not only will medical treatment be needed, but there is inevitable concern over lost wages and how to make ends meet. Fortunately, workers’ compensation benefits are...
On behalf of Raymond E. Frost & Associates | Jun 12, 2020 | Health Care Worker Injuries, Workers' Compensation
Workplace safety is a priority for all California workers. This is especially true for nurses. Because the inherent requirements of the job make it necessary for nurses to place themselves in harm’s way, there are unique challenges to maintaining a safe workplace....
On behalf of Raymond E. Frost & Associates | Jun 2, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
In California, there are certain peace officers and first responders who have a right to be compensated for some work-related injuries. It is difficult to defend against these cases because there is a presumption that such injuries occurred while the individuals were...
On behalf of Raymond E. Frost & Associates | Jun 1, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Construction is among the most dangerous industries with thousands of injuries and deaths arising from construction sites every year. Perhaps you yourself were injured on the job here in Fremont, California. While you won’t need to prove that your employer or...
