Workers’ Right to Refuse Dangerous Work
No one should have to risk serious injury just to keep their job. California law understands this and gives workers power to protect themselves if they believe a work situation is unsafe. Many people are not aware that, under certain circumstances, you can refuse dangerous work without fear of punishment or losing your employment….
Workers Rights to Second Opinions After a Workplace Injury
After a workplace injury in California, your access to medical care is shaped by specific workers’ compensation laws designed to control costs and shape treatment. While the system does not give you unlimited freedom to visit any doctor you want, it also recognizes your right to speak up if you disagree with your care…
Can California Workers Get Compensation for Valley Fever at Work
As a California worker, you may hear about Valley Fever, especially if you spend time outdoors or around construction sites. Valley Fever, officially called coccidioidomycosis, is a lung infection caused by breathing in spores from soil fungus that lives in certain dry, dusty parts of the state. If you’re exposed on the job and…
Unsafe or Dangerous Equipment at Work
Workplace equipment is supposed to help you do your job more efficiently and safely. But when equipment breaks, isn’t maintained, or was never working properly in the first place, people can get injured. If you’ve been injured on the job due to faulty tools, broken machines, or protective gear that failed, it’s important to…
Understanding the Light Duty Work Program in California
A light duty work program is a way for injured California workers to get back to the job before they’re fully healed, by returning with fewer physical or mental demands. This program helps both employees and employers during recovery by creating roles that work around medical limitations, instead of expecting someone to go back…
When to Notify Your Employer About an Injury
If you get hurt at work, taking the proper steps afterward is extremely important – especially when it comes to telling your employer about the injury. Many workers aren’t sure exactly when or how to report what happened, and the rules can feel confusing when you’re in pain or worried about your job. Understanding…
Hit by a Forklift in a Los Angeles Warehouse? Legal Options Beyond Workers’ Comp
If you’ve been hit by a forklift in a Los Angeles warehouse, you could be struggling with painful injuries, overwhelming medical bills, and a sudden loss of income. While most people know about filing a workers’ compensation claim, there are often additional legal avenues to pursue full compensation for your losses. Knowing all your…
Steps to Take Immediately After a Work Injury That Wasn’t Your Fault
Getting injured on the job can be overwhelming, especially when the accident happened because of unsafe conditions or someone else’s negligence. In those first moments, it’s natural to feel unsure about what to do, but the steps you take can have a big impact on your health, your job, and your ability to recover…
What if My Injury Worsens After Settling a Claim?
It’s common to feel rushed to settle a personal injury claim after an accident. Bills start to pile up, daily life is turned upside down, and insurance companies often push people to reach an agreement quickly. But many injuries don’t show their full impact right away. Problems like whiplash, spinal issues, or brain injuries…
What If I’m Hurt in a Car Accident While Working?
Car accidents during work hours are more common than people realize. Delivery drivers, sales reps, contractors, and many others spend a good part of their job on the road. If you’re hurt in a car accident while working, the legal questions can get tricky. Issues around workers’ compensation, whether you can sue the other…