For many everyday civilians, first responders are the heroes who put themselves in harm's way to protect other people from incurring life-altering or life-ending injuries. One result of this, of course, is that first responders and firefighters commonly expose...
Workers’ Compensation
How shiftwork endangers the health of law enforcement officers
Many law enforcement officers working in California and across the nation face numerous on-the-job risks. While some of those risks stem directly from working with the public, others involve the tight timelines and tough schedules so many people in your industry face....
Firefighters face a heightened risk of lung disease
Working as a California firefighter may prove both rewarding and dangerous. Firefighting is hazardous by nature and presents numerous immediate risks for firefighters. There are also long-term risks associated with smoke inhalation. According to the American Lung...
Statistics on work-related traffic collisions
Whether you are a law enforcement official, firefighter or first responder, you could face various traffic accident risks on a daily basis. If you become involved in a traffic accident while performing your job duties, the crash could impact your career and your life...
OSHA is looking into stress as a workplace hazard
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration put regulations in place to prevent the injury or illness of employees from workplace hazards. More recently, stress and mental health hazards are receiving new attention as potential hazards given the potential...
What are the most common injuries firefighters suffer?
Firefighters run into dangerous situations that most people would run from. They are brave and courageous in the face of adverse conditions. But their job is highly dangerous. Still, the most common injuries these workers suffer may not be what you think. Muscle and...
Dangerous jobs that put health and lives at risk
While it is a tragedy that continues to reverberate throughout the nation, the 9/11 attack on the United States saw more than 400 emergency responders lose their lives. What is not as well-known is the alarming number of fatalities that preceded that monumental event....
Understanding supplemental job displacement benefits
Are you out of work due to an illness or injury? Are you looking for a way to make ends meet? If so, you may be eligible for California's supplemental job replacement benefits. These benefits provide income to help you stay afloat during difficult times. Understanding...
What physical dangers are prison guards at risk for?
Jail guards hold positions of importance. These individuals keep inmates apart from the rest of society so they will no longer harm anyone. Correctional officers put themselves in danger every time they clock in. Working with criminals threatens the health of prison...
What are the compensation rules for police under workers’ compensation?
Police officers and other public servants have different rules when it comes to workers' compensation than general workers. The added benefits typically are much better than the public would get due to the nature of these jobs. California Labor law outlines...