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....
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How outdoor workers can prevent heat-related illnesses
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...
Things electricians can do to stay safe on the job
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,...
Pedestrian deaths are rising, especially in California
Pedestrians and bicyclists in California and throughout the U.S. are being injured and killed at alarming rates. Smart Growth America released a crash report in 2019 called Dangerous by Design, and it states that while people are not out walking as much anymore, the...
Three tips for electrical worker safety
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...
Eight tips for maintaining a safe workplace
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...
Understanding when a workers’ comp case can be reopened
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,...
Key steps for workers’ compensation benefits in California
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...
Workplace safety strategies for nurses to avoid injuries
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....
Defending California peace officer presumption claims
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...