It’s easy to understand how employees benefit from California’s workers’ compensation system. Workers’ comp provides employees with theoretically easy access to financial assistance if they sustain injuries or develop illnesses as a result of their jobs. However, it’s also worth noting that California’s workers’ compensation system also offers significant advantages to employers. This overview explains […]
Remote work has become increasingly popular in recent years, and in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies have made the switch to remote work permanently. California is no exception, with many workers in the state now working remotely full-time. While remote work has many benefits, including flexibility and the ability to work from […]
Everyone in California has a legal right to a workplace where they are free from harassment. However, workplace harassment continues to occur across a wide range of industries. Working in a hostile environment can be a stressful experience. It can also have measurable negative impacts on someone’s well being. It’s becoming increasingly clear that workplace […]
A recent California case involving a painter seeking workers’ compensation benefits after an employer attempted to deny their claim highlights some of the nuances these cases can involve when employers wish to deny benefits to employees who may be eligible to receive them. The case, Menchaca vs. Hedman Manufacturing Company, involves a painter for a […]
The ripple effects of the Covid-19 pandemic have taken many forms. For instance, in California, many who were exposed to the virus as a result of their work have filed workers’ compensation claims accordingly. A new report from the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau reveals what likely comes as little surprise: more than half of […]
The worst days of the Covid-19 pandemic are hopefully behind us. However, during that time, many businesses, organizations, and government agencies were forced to make a range of unanticipated adaptations. These adaptations often involved minimizing face-to-face contact whenever possible. For example, in California, the Division of Workers’ Compensation, part of the Department of Industrial Relations, […]
On-the-job accidents can theoretically occur in any workplace. However, there are some work environments where accidents are more common than others. For example, statistics indicate that construction workers are more likely to be injured as a result of their employment than workers in most other fields. Basic ways to prevent construction workers from being injured […]
The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California recently released a report covering the losses incurred by California workers’ compensation insurance carriers in 2021. According to the report, total losses amounted to approximately $13.1 billion. In 2020, losses incurred by workers’ compensation companies in California amounted to only $12 billion. The report indicates that insurance […]
California’s workers’ compensation laws are technically designed to ensure those who are injured at work can receive proper compensation for such losses as their medical bills. However, it’s important to remember that your employer’s workers’ compensation insurer is not motivated to pay you when you submit a claim. Insurance companies are businesses whose owners attempt […]
Does your job involve lifting heavy objects at times? If so, you likely don’t need to be told that lifting such objects can put you at risk of injury. Adopting a proper lifting technique can help you avoid these types of injuries. To lift heavy objects safely, keep the following points in mind: Make a […]