Workers' Compensation law blog

Companies are turning to short-term labor now more than ever before to fulfill seasonal positions, meet production quotas and tackle other staffing needs. Temporary employees and independent contractors make it easy for them to scale their workforces up or down...

Back in 2014, Cal-OSHA issued one “serious” and four “general” citations against German Machined Products, an aerospace industry machining and assembly company located in Gardena, California. Those citations—for failing to properly guard hazardous machinery—resulted in fines of $11,875, although that...

When we start a job we hope that it will be our last job that will carry us into our retirement. Even though you may change companies or facilities, your job remains the same. Maybe you are a sonographer or...

When you’re injured at work, whether or not you qualify for worker’s comp benefits may hinge on whether or not you’re an employee or an independent contractor. And in California, that’s up for debate. An April 2018 ruling by the...

When we were kids no one told us about the poor working environments we may have to endure in adulthood. We were told to dream big and try to accomplish all we can so that we can get the job...

Obviously, nobody wants to experience an injury at work, especially if it means you have to miss workdays. When you think of the types of injuries that can happen in the workplace, you probably think about slip and fall injuries,...

Getting hurt at work is not something anyone wants to experience, but work injuries are a reality for millions of people a year. Most of the time, work injuries are minor and people do not miss any work days. Other...

When you are injured on the job you should tell your employer immediately if you are capable of doing so. Telling your employer sets a clear understanding that some incident has occurred and that if there is a resulting injury...

California is known for its progressive employment regulations. Thankfully they have set a precedent for people who are struggling with psychiatric injuries. Mental health is something that should be taken seriously. The more jobs that require sitting down and staring...

In the aftermath of a loved one’s death, emotions are running high, especially if the death was sudden and unexpected. This is generally the case when a family member dies on the job. Families are left with a mix of...