Workers often assume that they can never refuse to do a task when instructed to do it by their boss. They believe they agreed to take the job and so they have to do whatever they’re told while they’re on the clock, or they’ll be fired. This is true in some senses,...
With the temperatures starting to rise in California, employers who have workers outside should ensure they have what they need to remain safe. Even some workers who are indoors will need special protections because the outdoor heat makes the conditions indoors hotter...
Every state differs slightly when it comes to the workers' compensation laws in place. However, if you are employed in California and you were injured in the workplace, you'll be glad to know that the workers' compensation laws are some of the most generous in the...
Car accidents happen all the time, and children are uniquely vulnerable to injuries in ways that adults are not. Not only are children likely to be injured in different ways than adults, but the injuries that children receive in car accidents tend to be more severe....
There are likely never two similar days on the job if you're a firefighter. While the unpredictability of your job may intrigue you, it can also put you at risk of serious injuries. Burns among firefighters aren't uncommon. You may find it helpful to understand the...
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...
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...
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...
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...
You’ve been working for eight hours, and you’re exhausted. You had to get up early and commute for an hour just to get to work. The work itself is physical and draining. You know you still have an hour drive ahead of you. All told, you just want to get home and rest....
