June 4, 2023
Cuba’s Wet Foot, Dry Foot Policy Ended in 2017
The U.S. ended its wet foot, dry foot policy for Cuban migrants in January 2017. This article explains the historical change.
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Featured blogOctober 13, 2026
EB-1 vs. EB-2 NIW vs. EB-3: Petitioner, Labor Certification and Visa Availability Compared
Quick Answer EB-1, EB-2 and EB-3 are employment-based immigrant preference categories, but they do not use the same petitioner, job-offer or labor-certification rules. EB-1 contains three different subcategories; EB-1A extraordinary ability can be self-petitioned, while…
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June 4, 2023
Can You Return to Construction Work Before You Have Fully Recovered? Light Duty, Restrictions and California Workers’ Comp
Quick Answer A California construction worker may be able to return to work before reaching full medical recovery if the treating doctor says work…
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June 4, 2023
How Soon Should You Report a Work Injury in California? Notice, DWC-1 Filing, and Deadlines
Quick Answer Report a California work injury as soon as possible. California DWC warns that if the employer does not learn about the injury…
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June 4, 2023
Worker falls at construction sites can be deadly
One of the worst is the risk of a worker who is high up on scaffolding falling to the ground. Falls from height usually…
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June 4, 2023
Can undocumented workers receive workers’ compensation?
The short answer is yes. The long answer is more complicated – for the general contractor or other employer.
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June 4, 2023
Can Work-Related Depression Qualify for California Workers’ Comp?
Work-related depression may qualify for California workers’ compensation in some cases. Medical evidence, employment causation and psychiatric-injury rules all matter.
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June 4, 2023
Does Workers’ Comp Cover Commute Accidents?
Workers’ compensation will cover your medical bills and lost wages if the accident occurred during your normal work activities.
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June 4, 2023
Construction Site Supervisors and Safety in California: IIPP Duties, Toolbox Talks, and Injury Evidence
Quick Answer California construction safety rules place the legal duty on employers to establish and maintain an effective safety program, but supervisors and foremen…
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June 4, 2023
What are OSHA’s “Fatal Four” types of work accidents?
OSHA's Construction Focus Four covers falls, struck-by, electrocution, and caught-in or between hazards. See practical examples and prevention resources.
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June 3, 2023
Denied Workers’ Compensation? How to File an Appeal in California
For most of us, it is disappointing to be informed that our workers’ compensation claim has been denied. It is not unusual for the
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