The office of the California Labor Commissioner spent about eight months investigating a group of fitness centers for wage theft. This followed allegations that certain employee rights were violated. The investigation was recently concluded, and the outcome published....
Month: March 2018
Workplace accidents: Cal/OSHA blames employer for amputations
A California man has to learn to live without both his legs after an amputation injury he suffered last August. This was one of those workplace accidents that should never have happened. The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health recently issued a...
What to do about a denied workers’ comp claim
If you get an on-the-job injury, you expect workers' compensation insurance to cover it. Unfortunately, this does not always work out. If you receive a claim denial, you probably feel a lot of frustration and confusion. Thankfully, it is possible to challenge...
Workplace accidents prevalent in the garbage collection industry
California workers who are involved in the collection of garbage may not realize the dangers to which they are exposed. Regardless of prescribed safety regulations, fatal workplace accidents in this industry continue to be reported in the media. Whether it is a waste...
Workplace accidents: Tree trimmer electrocuted in California
Employees of landscaping companies face numerous risks, and complacency can put lives on the line. Tree trimmers work with hazardous equipment in dangerous conditions that lead to frequent workplace accidents. Some workers tend to become careless in their observations...