If you break your arm or sprain your ankle, you will need a fixed amount of time for recovery and then hopefully be able to get back to the same job you once worked. Even if you need disability pay while you recover, eventually, you should earn what you did before the...
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Year: 2022
Injury statistics paint a grim picture for California workers
The workplace safety standards improve year after year, yet America seems to be experiencing an overall increase in employee injuries and deaths. Our workers remain at risk of severe illness, injury and death from workplace accidents like these (and many others):...
Amputations: A real risk to workers working with heavy machinery
When you work with heavy machinery as a part of your job, there is a risk that you could suffer a traumatic amputation. Amputations are among the most serious injuries that people can suffer at work, creating the potential for significant disabilities, pain and...
Seasonal and undocumented workers’ right to workers’ comp
California is home to many immigrants, and roughly 1.75 million of those immigrants are undocumented. That represents roughly 9% of the state’s workforce. Many of those undocumented workers rely on seasonal employment to pay their bills, especially in the summer...
Steps to take in the immediate aftermath of a workplace injury
In the 21st century, more workplaces than ever protect employees from suffering occupational injuries. These workplaces offer frequent safety training opportunities and enact policies that protect staff from harm. Despite this diligence, workplace accidents and...
Do you know what steps to take after a California work injury?
If you have never suffered a workplace accident or injury, count yourself lucky. Far too many employees in the Lawndale region of California are affected by such injuries. Unfortunately, there may come a day when your luck runs out. Even the most conscientious workers...
Three ways people can suffer a brain injury on the job
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can create a shockingly broad range of different symptoms. Some people require life support after a severe TBI, while others develop issues with their equilibrium or sensory issues, like blurry vision. Brain injuries don't just present...
How do eye injuries happen on the job?
Eye injuries are a risk to many people in their workplaces. There are a few common causes of these injuries, such as penetrating wounds, striking or scraping the eyes, or suffering from thermal or chemical burns. Workers may be at risk of one or all of these hazards...
Manufacturing industry injuries are often preventable
The manufacturing industry is one that utilizes various equipment and machines to get the jobs done. There are many different hazards that come with this type of work. It’s up to employers to keep the workers safe. Some ways that employers can keep employees safe...
Workplace accidents likely to result in traumatic brain injuries
Accidents in the workplace happen all the time. Depending on the severity, workplace accidents can result in a wide range of injuries. One of the most common injuries in the workplace is traumatic brain injury (TBI). A traumatic brain injury happens when the head is...