As a California worker, you expect to work in a safe and violence-free environment. As reasonable as those expectations are, however, you may be shocked to learn that over two million Americans report each year that they were victims of workplace violence. You may be...

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Month: March 2018
Work-related injuries can occur away from work or off the clock
While at a get-together with your coworkers, you twist your ankle and fall, later finding out you suffered a sprain. Are you eligible for workers' compensation for your injury? That would depend on the specifics of the accident. If you fell during your company's...
What workers need to know about construction site back injuries
California construction workers should be aware that they work in the industry that has the highest incidence of work-related back injuries of any industry in the country. As reported by Fox News, musculoskeletal disorders among construction workers make up 25...
What outdoor construction dangers do you face at work?
The beginning of spring heralds the start of construction season for those in California and elsewhere. While this is good for your paycheck, it may be bad for your safety, if you are not aware of the risks you face working in the construction industry. Whether...
The dangerous work of a home health aide
Working in the health care industry may have its rewards, but there are few positions in the field that do not involve risk. You may find this to be true if you work as a home health aide or personal care attendant in California. One of the many perks of being a home...