For some California residents, it may seem as if new buildings and other construction projects pop up in the blink of an eye. However, those who work on those projects know how difficult it is to construct them and the dangers that they face while working....
How does a disability pension impact Social Security benefits?
A disability pension typically comes from your employer and provides you with benefits when you cannot work due to a disability. If you would also like to collect Social Security benefits, you may end up with issues, depending on the type of pension you receive. CNBC...
When does a work injury qualify for workers’ compensation?
Suffering an injury in any situation can be difficult. However, if a California worker suffers an injury while on the job, it can lead to some complications in terms of covering medical bills and lost wages. Though workers' compensation often covers job-related...
Public service workers have the highest amount of work injuries
California's firefighters, first responders, and law enforcement officers typically take a greater number of days off from work to recover from a work-related injury. In addition to often severe physical injuries, post-traumatic stress disorder reflects one of the...
Understanding the workers comp disability rating process
If you suffer a job-related injury and submit a claim for workers’ compensation benefits, approval depends in part on a rating process. Who makes the decision about a disability rating and what is involved? The no-fault system In the state of California, workers’...
Assigning liability to property owners
The general assumption amongst most in California is that if one suffers an injury on another's property, liability for such an injury automatically lies with the property owner. Yet is that really the case? The answer to that question may depend on several elements,...
Illegal street racing results in personal injury
Unfortunately, it sometimes takes a tragedy to remind people that the things glorified in Hollywood blockbusters and popular video games are dangerous and illegal in real life. Recently, illegal activity resulted in serious personal injury and death. Street racing...
What are the signs of a serious head injury?
When severe, head injuries can have a lasting impact on your life. In some cases, you may need extended rehabilitation and therapy to recover from your injuries. And in others, a full recovery may never be possible, which can be devastating for you as well as your...
Linking stress and anxiety to one’s career
Those who work within the emergency services industry in California know exactly how taxing such work can be. Yey while most people might think the demand to be most physical, many do not appreciate the psychological and emotional stress inherent in working in this...
Worker suffers fatal injuries on the job after explosion
Maintenance work is often needed in all industries. Equipment and machines can need repairs, and even workplaces and sites themselves can need attention when something is not working correctly. Though many maintenance workers seem to perform their duties in the...
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