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...
Workers’ Compensation
Workplace safety rules to abide by
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...
Importance of machine guards for workers
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....
Simple steps to improve hand safety at work
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...
Uber and Lyft experience a setback in a California court
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 appeal...
Independent contractor changes may alter 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...
Workers in California may be entitled to 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,...
When workers’ compensation benefits are denied
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...
Understanding Workers’ Compensation and Regulations for Public Employees
A different set of rules apply to government employees filing for unemployment benefits in San Diego, California. Federal employees follow federal laws, while local and state employees usually follow the state rules of private workers or special statutes. Some...
The dangers of working in extreme temperatures
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...