If you are in public and someone needs help, you probably will not hesitate to offer it. In a situation where someone else's life is in danger, you may need to take extreme measures to save the person. In a highly litigious society, you may worry about a lawsuit...
What is the 2019 amendment to Labor Code Section 3212.15?
Laws change often, which means you have to stay on top of them. Workers' compensation law in California had a temporary change that went into effect that could affect some people trying to claim benefits. California Legislative Information explains the 2019 amendment...
How to cope if you are injured in the line of duty
Many who serve their community, such as police officers and firefighters, feel that their identity is closely tied to their careers. When these public servants become injured on the job and can no longer fulfill their work duties, it can have a serious impact on their...
Who may I sue after a slip and fall accident in a retail store?
A trip or fall in a retail store may require legal action to recover. Before filing a lawsuit, however, you may need to discover the owner of the establishment where the accident occurred. As noted on the California Courts website, another business or a corporation...
When should you stop dealing with pain and get help?
You may believe that pain is a normal part of any job, but when an occasional ache or pain becomes part of your daily routine, you may need to consider seeing a doctor. Chronic pain may tell you there is a more serious issue lurking than you realize. Whether you have...
Why are ladder injuries and deaths so common at work?
While some employees in California use ladders virtually every single day, many others occasionally step on them to reach objects above their heads. Consequently, it should come as no surprise that ladder-related accidents are a leading cause of workplace injuries in...
What impact can a TBI have on your relationships?
A blow to the head can have consequences you never imagined. A traumatic brain injury or TBI can drastically change the landscape of your future, including the loss of relationships you cannot fathom. When an accident results in a brain injury, the ramifications to...
Effects of smoke inhalation
Smoke inhalation involves breathing in harmful particles in the air that originate from smoke and fires. Certain jobs put people more at risk of smoke inhalation, especially when the employees do not have the proper protective gear. Symptoms of smoke inhalation...
Do not ignore seat belt syndrome after a car accident
Because car accidents continue to be a leading cause of both death and serious injury among Americans of all ages, it is wise to wear your seat belt every time you are in a motor vehicle. After all, according to the National Safety Council, seat belts have saved...
Why should you replace a car seat after an accident?
Manufacturers design car seats to protect your children in case of a car accident. According to the NHTSA, car seats and booster seats provide protection to infants and children up until 13 years of age. When you choose an age-appropriate seat, your child has a higher...
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