Construction work can be dangerous in San Diego and throughout the country. While these are vital jobs for Californians, there is no denying the inherent risk involved in working with heavy tools, being stationed at significant heights, trusting others to do their jobs diligently and avoid placing colleagues in jeopardy and much more. For construction workers and their families, understanding construction accident statistics and the risk of injuries and fatalities can provide a gauge of the level of risk they face.
How long will temporary disability benefits last after an injury?
When you get hurt on the job, one of the first concerns is often how much work you will miss during your convalescence. Ideally, your employer can work with you and help you continue working, potentially in a different position or with altered job responsibilities that won't impact your injury.
Study assesses drivers at high-risk for DUI car accidents
When taking to the road in San Diego and across the nation, it is known that there is always the chance of a car accident. One of the frequent cause of collisions with injuries and fatalities is drivers who are under the influence. While law enforcement and legislators are trying to find strategies to reduce the number of drivers who drive drunk, researchers are also considering ways to improve safety. This information can be useful for those who were injured or lost a loved one in a DUI auto accident.
How are medical expenses handled after a work injury?
When a San Diego resident is injured in a workplace accident or becomes ill from the work he or she was doing, workers' compensation benefits will come to the forefront. A key to the worker's future is to receive the proper medical treatment to address the problem.
Fatal accident kills two workers at airport UPS facility
The holidays can be hectic for everyone in San Diego. This is exponentially worse for workers who are involved in any aspect of the delivery field. Packages large and small are traveling across the world, and it can make workplaces a dangerous place with injuries and fatalities unfortunately common. For people who have lost a loved one in a fatal accident on the job, it is important to act quickly to determine the cause and take the necessary steps to recover compensation in a wrongful death claim.
Heard a snap? It might be a rotator cuff injury
When you were working, you heard an unusual "pop" in your shoulder. You had been sore for a while, but you never expected that it would suddenly lock up and be unable to be used.
