by Law Office of Leslie S. Shaw, A.P.C. | Oct 26, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
The hand is an astounding part of the human body, containing more than 25 bones and capable of delicate movements that no machine could replicate. But because of this, the hand is susceptible to injury. Perhaps you injured your hand while working in California because...
by Law Office of Leslie S. Shaw, A.P.C. | Oct 8, 2020 | Blog, Workers' Compensation
Ideally, your employer will make workplace safety a top priority. However, it is also important that you take an active role in minimizing the likelihood of a workplace accident taking place. Take a look at some steps that you and other employees in California can...
by Law Office of Leslie S. Shaw, A.P.C. | Sep 23, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
California workers who work around machinery have a higher risk of suffering serious injuries. Moving machinery can cause many types of injuries, including crushed fingers and hands, amputations, blindness and burns, and accidents may even result in fatalities....
by Law Office of Leslie S. Shaw, A.P.C. | Sep 23, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Those who work with their hands in industrial settings in California may find this information on workplace safety interesting. There are simple steps that you can take to protect yourself from injury. Steps to improve hand safety Every company that has potentially...
by Law Office of Leslie S. Shaw, A.P.C. | Sep 2, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft continue to remain locked in a legal battle with the California legislature. A court recently ruled against the two companies, so Uber and Lyft face orders to alter their workers’ status to employees. The companies intend to...
by Law Office of Leslie S. Shaw, A.P.C. | Aug 21, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Being injured at work can be devastating for your career and finances. California provides workers’ compensation to workers to pay for their medical treatment and fill in the gap left by lost income. Recent changes to California law and a recent court decision may...
by Law Office of Leslie S. Shaw, A.P.C. | Aug 18, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Employees working in California and throughout the United States should be aware that the EPA has declared methylene chloride to be harmful to human health. Methylene chloride is used in a variety of products including paint, adhesives, cleaners, degreasers,...
by Law Office of Leslie S. Shaw, A.P.C. | Aug 3, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Most California employees, regardless of the industry they work in, are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits when they suffer a job-related injury or illness. They will report their condition to their employer, fill out a claim form and most likely make a...
by Law Office of Leslie S. Shaw, A.P.C. | Jul 27, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Millions of workers in California and around the country are exposed to dangerous heat levels each year according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Exposure to soaring temperatures can cause medical issues ranging from cramps and exhaustion to...
by Law Office of Leslie S. Shaw, A.P.C. | Jul 8, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
The California Office of Administrative Law approved a new set of safety standards on June 3 that are designed to protect agricultural employees who work between sunset and sunrise. The new workplace safety regulations, which are said to be the first of their type in...
