Protecting The Rights Of California Workers
In California, workers’ compensation is designed to support employees who suffer job-related injuries or illnesses. A frequent question arises regarding the impact of drug or alcohol use on eligibility for these benefits. Specifically, does being high or drunk mean...
If you are injured at work, you probably know that you can receive workers’ compensation benefits. However, there are several steps you should take after the injury to increase the chance of your claim being accepted. Although you have a right to appeal a denied...
Amazon is a behemoth in the online retail space, and the company employs thousands of workers in California. While these jobs can provide a significant amount of support to workers and their families, the sad reality is that Amazon has a history of failing to protect...
When you get into a routine, it can feel mechanical, but you should never feel like a machine at work. An employee is a human being, and they are afforded specific rights in the work environment. Unfortunately, not all employers comply with these rules and...
Construction work is one of the riskier occupations people can do in California. One area where workers are at significant risk is when they are working on a road construction crew. There has been greater attention being paid to road worker safety after some major...
Workplace violence is a serious problem that affects the safety and health of California employees. Although there is a potentially greater chance of workplace violence in certain industries, such as the healthcare industry, workplace violence can occur anywhere....
Many people suffer from medical conditions that make it difficult for them to take care of themselves. In-home health care workers are available to assist California residents as an In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS). These workers will typically help with cleaning,...
After being injured on the job, you need compensation to pay for your medical care and to offset your lost wages. The workers’ compensation program may provide you with that relief, which can leave you feeling like a burden has been lifted off your shoulders. But your...
The workers’ compensation system can give you the financial relief that you need while you focus on recovering from your injuries and getting back to work. But given that this relief can be expensive to your employer’s insurance company, you might face some pushback...
Working in California’s warehouses exposes employees to various risks. It is backbreaking work under horrendous conditions that often lacks air conditioning or other temperature or climate controls. You also often have to deal with negative environmental affects, like...