Category Archives: Injury
Going Back to Work after an Accident in California: What Happens if My Employer Assigns Me to a Job Duty I Cannot Perform?
California law (Labor Code § 3700) mandates that businesses and nonprofit organizations must prove workers’ . . .
Worker Killed on the Job in Fresno County (Electrocution)
According to a report from ABC 30, a man was killed on the job in a . . .
OSHA: Amazon Failed to Provide Adequate Medical Care to Injured Workers
According to a report from Insurance Journal, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) alleges that . . .
With Summer Fast-Approaching, Cal/OSHA Issues Reminder for Employers With Outdoor Workers
Summer is fast approaching. With temperatures often soaring into the triple digits all across the . . .
California is a No-Fault Workers’ Comp Insurance State (But There are Some Exceptions)
California law (Labor Code § 3700) is clear: Employers must obtain workers’ comp insurance coverage . . .
Cal/OSHA Cites Company for Workplace Safety Violations—Employees Exposed to Toxic Chemicals in the Workplace
On March 21st, 2023, the State of California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) announced sanctions against Parter . . .
Report: Despite State Law, Firefighters in California Struggle to Get Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Cancer
According to a report from Mother Jones, many firefighters who have developed cancer are struggling to . . .
Worker Granted Reconsideration By California’s Workers’ Comp Appeals Board
According to a report from Human Resources Director (HRD), a California carpet installer has been granted . . .
Returning to Work After an Accident in Fresno: The Three Main Paths and Your Rights as a Worker
Accidents happen in the workplace. The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) reports that 161,860 workers missed . . .
What Happens if Your Workers’ Comp Disability Payment is Late?
A serious work-related injury or illness can put an incredible financial strain on a family. . . .