The recent release of data from the National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries revealed what many see as an alarming jump in work-related deaths throughout 2019. The study on occupational fatalities revealed that workers lost their lives every 99 minutes while on...
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Cutting-edge motor vehicle technology continues
With technological advancements, motor vehicle consumers find themselves with an array of safety features that provide protection for themselves and their passengers. As new features continue to be introduced, the process of selecting just the right car or truck is...
Dealing with workers’ comp claim denials
Not all workers' compensation claims are approved when they have been successfully challenged by the employer or its insurer or the California Division of Workers' Compensation determines the injury does not qualify for coverage. Claims can also be denied when the...
What are some general tips for safe driving?
After you have had your driver’s license for a while, you become complacent. You develop habits, good and bad. You also may not pay as much attention as you did when you were learning to drive. Such attitudes can put you at a higher risk for an accident. Safe driving...
What property owners need to know about premises liability
Whether you operate a business or are a homeowner, you have a duty to keep visitors to your property safe. When an accident occurs, you may be liable for any resulting injuries or other damages. As a property owner, here is what you need to know about premises...
Deadly California roads and the fatal accidents that result
California is known for its many attractions and landmarks. However, the Golden State is also famous – or infamous – for having some of the most dangerous roads in the United States. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration studied more than 10,000...
The potential for treacherous terrain while trick-or-treating
Halloween remains a hallowed tradition for costumed children who annually go from home to home in search of candy, many with their parents in tow. No other time of the year will see as many ringing doorbells and costumed youth – not to mention adults getting into the...
How to handle vehicle accidents and insurance providers
If you get into a vehicle accident in California, you already have many things on your mind. However, you will likely need to talk to your insurance company and the other driver's provider. It helps to know some tips on handling an accident and dealing with insurance...
Is it getting more dangerous to take a walk?
The United States Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notes that October is pedestrian safety month. Unfortunately it appears that never has pedestrian safety awareness been more important than this year. In 2020, the...
The bottom-line for COVID-19 and workers’ compensation
The coronavirus pandemic changed how workplaces function. However, some universal truths have not changed and will not change. Workers' compensation benefits help workers after a workplace accident or illness. Those benefits extend to those called on to meet the...
