Several safety agencies recently responded to a multi-vehicle crash in Riverside County. According to the California Highway Patrol, this was one of those car accidents that resulted from the actions of one driver who is suspected of being under the influence of...
Month: September 2017
Employee rights to refuse dangerous work conditions
No California worker should have to risk his or her life in conditions that are life-threatening. Employee rights allow workers to refuse dangerous work, but they must follow the appropriate steps. The first step is to inform the employer of the hazard. However,...
Safety hazards faced by California restaurant workers
When you show up to work your restaurant job in California, you face a unique set of risks that differ from those faced by workers in other industries. The fast-paced nature of the industry, coupled with the fact that many workers lack experience and are often working...
Employee rights: Nail technician awarded almost $12,000 overtime
No worker in California should have to continue working overtime hours without compensation just to be able to earn some income to support a family. Employee rights in California include the right to fight for full payment for the work performed. This was what a nail...
Common sources of injury for paramedics and EMTs
Emergency medical services workers, such as paramedics and EMTs, have one of the most demanding and rewarding jobs. For every life they save, however, they face numerous risks of injury and even fatality, giving the industry a significantly higher injury rate than the...
Workers’ compensation claim may follow construction site injury
The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health received notice of a recent construction site accident in Ventura County. Injuries that sent a 62-year-old employee to the hospital will likely lead to a workers' compensation benefits claim. Authorities say...