Like employees across the country, those here in California have certain rights. One of them is to not face retaliation by an employer for engaging in an activity considered “protected” under the law. Anyone wanting to file such a complaint regarding retaliation with the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, which is also known as the […]
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Construction sites nationwide, including California, have endless lists of safety hazards that pose injury and illness threats. Although some dangers are unique to specific projects, safety authorities have identified the six most significant hazards that construction workers face. If construction is the industry in which you earn your living, you may benefit from gaining knowledge
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If you work a job that has higher-than-average risks, like forestry or construction, you likely balance the risk that you incur on the job with the income that you earn, which allows you to support your family. Your spouse and children likely depend on your income as their primary source of financial stability, if not
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It is easy to make assumptions about people. For example, an employer may wrongly assume that a disabled worker is unable to fulfil a position because of his or her disability when reasonable modifications may be enough to ensure success. Not only are such assumptions often the result of ignorance, denying a person employment due
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Imagine a situation in which you suffer an injury or illness related to your job responsibilities. This can be anything from a slip-and-fall accident in an elevator to a repetitive stress injury. Now, imagine a situation in which you file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits, just to receive a denial letter. You have every
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If you are a construction worker in California, the list of safety hazards you may encounter is endless. One of the most dangerous jobs on construction sites is trench work and excavation. If you become familiar with the safety standards mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, identifying risks and taking precautions will be
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Getting hurt on the job can leave you feeling powerless, which is why it’s important to make decisions during a workers’ compensation claim that empower you and give you a sense of control over your life. The worse your injuries are, the more medical care you will likely require and the more time off of
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Many people in California and across the country view their occupation as more than a job — they see it as a career in which they plan for future advancements and professional improvement. With these goals in mind, they invest their time and energy into performing to the best of their abilities. Unfortunately, the fulfillment
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The vast majority of workers in California simply want to arrive at work and perform their jobs to the best of their abilities. In a perfect world, there would be no interference in their ability to do this due to their age, race and disability, among other protected classes. Unfortunately, this world is not perfect,
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Many people have been furloughed, laid off or working from home in isolation for months. However, as businesses begin to reopen in many states, some employees are heading back to work in person. As this happens, employees are also at risk of COVID-19 infection. When you are hurt because of work, you typically are able
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