We all know that construction sites are dangerous places. After all, they are rattled with heavy machinery, large objects, shift ground, and a myriad of other dangerous conditions. Unfortunately, these dangers proved deadly in a construction accident this month. The...
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Man working construction has head trauma after fall from scaffold
In Northern California and throughout the state, construction work is one industry that has continued despite the ongoing health concerns across the nation. With that comes the potential for accidents with injuries. Some of the riskiest work that a person can do...
Work-related injuries should be treated ASAP
Filling out documents, providing notification to employers and insurance companies and making a doctor’s appointment are important procedures after a worker suffers an injury at work. In addition to meeting workers’ compensation requirements, however, it important...
Social Security Disability to get 1.3% increase in 2021
Getting hurt and needing to go on Social Security Disability is never easy. No one wants to be forced into this situation, but when needed, SSD can be a lifeline. In fact, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income and SSD benefits help over 70 million Americans...
Workplace injuries at Amazon facilities allegedly underreported
In California and across the nation, warehouse work can be a risky endeavor. Workers are tasked with repetitive movements, are often required to bend and lift, must operate heavy machinery, and trust other workers to adhere to proper safety protocol. It goes without...
Injuries are common in meat processing
Meat processing is a necessary business operation in order to keep food storages at adequate levels. This work is conducted outside the public view in many instances, which means that many people don’t know what all goes into processing meat, including the dangers....
Do you or a loved one qualify for a compassionate allowance?
The Social Security disability program is meant to provide financial relief to those who are unable to work due to a debilitating injury or illness. The process of recovering these benefits can be challenging because the federal government tends to pick claims apart...
Study: Latinos disproportionately affected by workplace pollution
Have you developed a heart ailment or another condition due to pollution at work? If you’re a member of the Latino community, you are not alone in this. A study in the Journal of the American Hearth Association shows that the Latino community are, more than other...
Seeking workers’ compensation after distracted work accidents
In California and across the United States, distraction-related accidents are generally perceived to be related to drivers who are not paying attention to the road. This is often related to using a handheld device. However, there are other areas in which a person can...
Disability benefits may be available for anxiety sufferers
Millions of Americans suffer from anxiety. For most people, though, their condition is short-lived or easily treatable with medication. For others, anxiety is a chronic, debilitating condition that affects nearly every facet of their lives. This can make it impossible...
