Our state is leading the nation in workers’ compensation self-insurance programs. As of the beginning of this year, over 7,000 California employers now are self-insured. As such, understanding the difference can be important. The numbers According to the California...
What OSHA violations are common at worksites?
Some workplaces are safer than others, but all workplaces in California need to follow the OSHA standards in place for the workplace. OSHA standards are safety standards that employers must follow to ensure that the workplace is as safe as possible for their workers....
Exploding water tank kills one man and injures another
Workplace accidents can happen anytime and anywhere. No job is immune to them but some professions, like construction and maintenance, are more prone to injury than others. One dead and one injured Three contractors and one city employee were recently performing...
Can I choose my own doctor if I am injured at work?
While it is easy to see how factories and construction sites present job hazards in the form of heavy machinery and many moving parts, even a person who works a desk job can be injured at work if they trip over torn carpeting, strain lifting a heavy box or suffer...
What are the most common workplace injuries and illnesses?
Unfortunately, workers are injured every day at work and also are diagnosed with, and suffer with, occupational illnesses related to their work. Workers who are sick because of their jobs should be familiar with the different types of occupational illnesses and how...
Why do employers misclassify employees as independent contractors?
If you’re a responsible, productive employee who works hard for a Sacramento business, you might well wonder why an employer would want to misclassify you. The answer is simple: it saves him money. By misclassifying workers as independent contractors rather than as...
How to dispute a denied workers’ compensation claim
Having your claim for workers’ compensation benefits denied can be distressing, especially if you are experiencing financial problems on top of your injury. However, if your claim for workers’ compensation benefits is denied, it is possible to challenge the claims...
Are workplace injuries during rest breaks compensable?
As a nurse, if you hurt your back while helping a patient, that is clearly a work-related injury. But if you hurt your back during your meal break, things might not be so clear-cut. Can a worker injured during a break successfully claim workers' compensation in...
Study: Construction jobs remain among the most dangerous
While walking around downtown Sacramento, many people like to stop and gaze awhile at construction sites, watching workers erecting hotels, housing, office buildings and more. People watch construction activity just as they watch auto racing and high-wire circus acts:...
Key facts about work restrictions under workers’ compensation
Californians who have been hurt and are unable to work have the right to receive workers’ compensation benefits to cover for their medical care, provide them with wages and help them concentrate on their recovery. It is important to remember that not every case is...
