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...
How can gait training help SCI survivors?
Facing a spinal cord injury can uproot your entire life. You may lose the ability to stand, walk or perform daily tasks. According to Healthline, gait training is a form of physical therapy that may help you gain independence. Gait training lowers your risk of...
How long can a back injury take you out of work?
Back injuries make up a majority of workplace accidents that cause a worker to miss shifts. This makes sense, considering just about anything can cause a back injury, including simply picking up something too heavy for you to carry. But just how much of an impact do...
Our 50th Anniversary
Since our firm's founding in 1971, we have always focused on providing experienced, knowledgeable and effective legal counsel to injured workers. Our history of results and focus on getting clients the compensation they need has been a hallmark of the firm. We have...
A crush-related kidney injury may have delayed symptoms
If you work with or near heavy equipment, you may be at risk of a crushing accident. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, these accidents caused 93 worker fatalities in the U.S. in 2020 alone. Many other employees across the country sustained...
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