Workers’ Compensation

After sustaining a severe injury at your workplace in California, you might wonder if you will ever recover enough to go back to your job. Following the doctor's orders may give you a good shot at making a full recovery. One way to improve the success of your recovery...

California workers' compensation covers discrimination and harassment. The Labor Commissioner's Office enforces policies that prohibit retaliation against victims of sexual assault, employees on sick leave, employees with a criminal history and several other...

California relies on trucking. Unfortunately, it is a relatively risky job because of the danger of catastrophic accidents and repetitive stress injuries. According to the Nebraska Spine Hospital, 59 percent of truck drivers suffer lower back pain. Policy Advice...

If you work as a delivery driver for a major logistics company, you probably shudder every time you open the door and see the hundreds of packages you must deliver. Some of these, of course, are in stacks that reach over your head. Your company has planned for this...

Firefighters perform a crucial service, but their work often exposes them to harm, leading to injuries, trauma and chronic illnesses. Fortunately, firefighters can receive workers' compensation benefits. Furthermore, section 4850 of the Labor Code entitles California...

Life on the road as a trucker or behind a desk may seem miles apart, but there is one commonality between them. Both jobs require you to sit for long periods in one spot. While a sedentary position may not seem dangerous, it may prove detrimental to your health. The...

Under the California Code of Regulations, you may obtain a second or third opinion for your workplace injuries. As noted on the State of California Department of Industrial Relations website, you could also request an opinion concerning different approaches to...

If you work as a delivery driver in the modern economy, you probably have an excellent career in front of you. After all, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. economy is likely to need roughly 12% more delivery drivers in the next 10 years alone....

As a long-haul truck driver, you are no stranger to sitting in one position for hours on end. After all, every time you leave your truck, you add minutes to your already tight pickup and delivery schedules. Still, to keep your back healthy, it is difficult to...