The rehabilitation rights of injured workers
Being injured at work can have long-term effects on your ability to earn an income. If your injury has caused a disability, you may no longer be able to work in the job you had prior to the incident....
View ArticleOfficer killed when driver runs into him at traffic stop
A California Highway Patrol motorcycle officer died recently when he was struck while on a traffic stop in Lake Elsinore. The officer, a sergeant, was a 27-year-veteran of the CHP who previously had...
View ArticleStanding up for your rights as a whistleblower
If you have recently made a complaint at work or you have reported your company for illegal or unsafe activities, you may be a whistleblower. As such, you have a higher risk of negative actions being...
View ArticleWorkers’ compensation and psychiatric injuries
Workers’ compensation is often used to pay for medical treatment for injuries that occurred in the workplace. While these injuries could have occurred in an accident with workplace machinery or in a...
View ArticleProving negligence after a roller skating accident
Roller skating and ice rinks can be great fun for all of the family. However, they can present certain risks. Falls on roller skates can lead to broken arms or even head injuries. This is why skating...
View ArticleNursing can be a dangerous profession
If you’re employed in California, you are almost certainly covered by workers’ compensation insurance paid for by your employer. If you aren’t it’s probably due to your employer breaking state law and...
View ArticleManaging chronic pain at work
Dealing with chronic pain can impact your overall well-being, as well as your ability to concentrate and manage daily tasks. It can also lead to a deterioration in mental health if it is not properly...
View ArticleThe ranging effects of inhaling toxic fumes
If you work in an environment with chemical hazards, it is likely that you will have specialized training and equipment to help protect you from any hazardous effects. Toxic substances can be present...
View ArticlePersonal injury claims after being stuck in an elevator
Elevators are highly regulated to ensure safety. However, if they are not adequately serviced, they can malfunction, and this can often lead to elevator users being trapped. As well as being very...
View ArticleImportant time limits to file a claim in workers compensation case
Important Time Limits for Filing a Workers Compensation Case All California cases have a time limit on when the matter can be brought to court, known as the Statute of Limitations (SOL). California...
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