It's rare, but some workers in California get injured while on their lunch break. Taking a lunch break typically involves "clocking out" so that the individual isn't on company time. For this reason, people may wonder if lunch break accidents are covered by workers'...

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Month: October 2020
Are Latino immigrants in California eligible for workers’ comp?
Over the years, studies have shown that Latino immigrants are consistently at a high risk for workplace fatalities. One of the most recent studies showed that Latino workers suffer from fatalities at a rate of 3.7 per 100,000. For other workers, the rate is 3.5. To...
Cellphone use is a workplace as well as a road danger
Road safety advocates believe that cellphone use is behind an alarming increase in the number of distracted driving accidents in California and around the country, and the results of a survey conducted recently by the information technology website Screen Education...
Common injuries for machine shop workers
California residents who work in machine shops know that these can be dangerous places to perform their job duties. The risks of chemical spills, fires, machine malfunctions, and other threats make it necessary to remain aware and attentive each minute of the workday....
Plumbers face many hazards while on the job
There are many hazards that plumbers face while working on job sites in California. If you work as a plumber, you may be required to perform tasks in confined spaces or at heights, which could increase your risk of getting hurt. You may also be required to work in...