Heavy machinery isn’t limited to the construction industry; it’s also used in other workplaces such as warehouses. Unlike most heavy machinery in construction, the ones used in warehouses are more compact and focused on carrying large loads. It may be more compact,...
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– Attorney Eric Overholt
Year: 2023
When does scaffolding become a risk factor for workers?
As a worker on a construction site, you're no stranger to the potential hazards of your job. Despite all safety precautions, the nature of the work means that risks are ever-present. Among these, scaffold-related incidents are a significant concern. Often, these...
The silent threat: How does fatigue impact warehouse accidents?
In the relentless rhythm of warehouse operations, worker fatigue is a serious but often unnoticed problem. It is not as visible as the machines moving around or the noise of things getting done, but it poses a great threat. Tired workers contribute significantly to...
A physician’s report is key with workers’ compensation appeals
When a California worker is injured on the job, workers’ compensation benefits are essential for them to move forward, get the treatment they need and to make ends meet. However, not every case is approved. There are many reasons for a claim to be denied. Some of the...
Two key workers’ compensation deadlines you can’t miss
An on-the-job injury can turn life as you know it upside down. Your physical injuries can not only be painful but also prohibitive on your ability to work. As a result, you can lose out on much needed wages that can impact every aspect of your stability at a time when...
Have you been subjected to these workplace safety violations?
You should be safe at work. Yet, employers frequently fail in their obligation to keep workers out of dangerous situations. When this happens and you end up hurt as a result, you can pursue workers’ compensation benefits. These resources can serve as a financial...
Why was my workers’ compensation claim denied?
Suffering an injury while on the job can leave you financially struggling. Most people cannot pay their medical expenses and keep up with their bills while they are out of work. The purpose of workers’ compensation benefits is to provide you with compensation for...
Workers should know their rights regarding workplace violence
When the topic of California workplace injuries is discussed, people will reflexively think about slipping and falling, being hit with an object, suffering a strain, breaking a bone or having injuries that came about as they performed their duties. However, there are...
Lack of fall protection is the top workplace violation
Construction workers often need to perform tasks from elevated heights, whether it's to work on ceilings, windows or power lines. Even though working from high places is important for completing projects, it comes with a lot of risks. To this day, falls are one of the...
What you need to know about the independent medical examination
When you’re injured on the job, you have to find a way to pay for your medical treatment while covering the wages that you’ll lose by being knocked out of work. Without those resources, you might be in a dire financial predicament where you’re unable to pay your rent...