California workers can become ill, suffer injuries and lose their lives in on-the-job accidents regardless of the industry in which they work. These accidents can happen in many ways. After recent heat waves, it’s a good time to note that weather can be the cause of...
Workers’ Compensation
Appealing a denied workers’ comp claim in California
Having your workers’ compensation claim denied is discouraging, and you may feel like giving up altogether. However, there is a way to challenge the denial to obtain the benefits you deserve. If you want to object to the denial If your claim for benefits was denied...
When do I need to return to work after a workplace injury?
There are many different jobs in the Folsom area that have inherent dangers. Many involve significant physical requirements, use heavy machinery, expose workers to chemicals and other hazardous materials and involve other dangers. That is why it is so important that...
Teleworkers may be entitled to workers’ compensation
Working at home and in remote locations has continued since 2020. This trend has also shown that work-related injuries are not restricted to locations that are not directly owned or controlled by employers. Remote work California’s workers compensation requirements...
Mental health issues are on the rise amongst firefighters
Being a firefighter has never been easy and it’s always been dangerous but, over the years, it’s gotten worse and worse for those in California. As the frequency and severity of wildfires have increased, so too has the workload on firefighters and the accompanying...
What is an RSI, and will workers’ compensation cover it?
Many workers in Folsom and surrounding communities can easily suffer from work-related injuries, whether they are in construction, at an office, in the healthcare field or some other industry. While some injuries are the result of single events that point to the...
What are the greatest risks in construction work?
Although workers can suffer injuries on the job in any kind of work, some industries have more and greater hazards than others. Construction workers in California show up every day for work knowing that there is always a chance of getting hit by a heavy object,...
How do I make sure I maximize workers’ compensation medical care?
For people in the Folsom area, work injuries are a common concern. Not only will they lead to lost time on the job, medical expenses and lost wages, but the person who should be focusing on their recovery could be distracted and experience the mental and emotional...
Work-related hearing loss may warrant benefits
Many Californians spend most of their adult lives working full-time jobs to pay their bills. Some people spend decades at one job or in the same field of work, doing the same type of work every day. As a result of these repetitive tasks, workers may experience...
Proving a Cal/OSHA violation may increase the value of your case
Being injured at work can take a toll on your life. Sure, you’ll have physical limitations while you recover from your injuries, but the financial implications of your injuries can be overwhelming, too. You might also struggle with the fact that your accident was...