When you’re injured on the job, you need to act to protect your financial stability and your ability to secure medical care that’s necessary to facilitate your recovery. Workers’ compensation benefits may provide you with the relief that you seek, but securing this...
Workers’ Compensation
Don’t let your employer ruin your health this Christmas
Christmas is the busiest time of year in many workplaces. This could leave you and your colleagues exhausted and stressed, which is a recipe for disaster. Tired, stressed, and pressured workers are more likely to make mistakes or forget to take the safety precautions...
How staffing shortages increase health care worker injuries
There is no doubt that health care workers have a tough job. Providing direct patient care puts them at risk of musculoskeletal injuries, needlesticks and contagious viruses. The public is aware of how staffing shortages affect patient care, but what about staff...
Does workers’ comp cover part-time or temporary employees?
Workers' compensation is an important benefit that helps injured workers maintain some stability in their lives after an on-the-job injury or illness leaves them sidelines. However, this insurance also covers part-time and temporary employees injured on the job. Here...
Does my work injury warrant permanent disability benefits?
In Sacramento, Folsom and throughout California, workers who are injured on the job experience the same concerns as to what the future will hold. They think about their health, the medical treatment they will receive, how they will make ends meet, and if they will...
Rushing on the job makes injuries more likely
Many workers feel like they have to rush on the job. In some cases, this could be because they have aggressive deadlines and they need to work as fast as possible if they’re going to meet them. In other cases, it could be because the workers do not have a clear...
Complex nature of burn injuries affects employment future
Firefighters undergo extensive training in hellish conditions to prepare them for the realities of rushing into burning homes and buildings to rescue those trapped by the flames. But there is little to prepare them for the lingering effects of burns they suffer while...
Why injured workers should wait until they’re fully recovered
Returning to work before fully recovering from a workplace injury is dangerous and can have lasting consequences for employees. Many workers may feel pressured to return early due to financial stress, fear of job loss or pressure from employers. However, resuming work...
Car accidents can be workplace accidents
In some cases, injuries from a car accident will not qualify for workers’ comp benefits. An example of this is if you get in an accident while driving as part of your commute. When you are driving to the office to clock in or driving home after you clocked out, you...
What you need to know about the independent medical examination
After being injured on the job, you need compensation to offset your losses. After all, you’ll likely be unable to work and earn your wage, and medical bills will quickly come due. If you don’t have savings to cover these expenses, you might be at risk of eviction or...