Glendale California Workers’ Compensation Blog
California is in the top 5 deadliest states for road workers
California is crossed with surface roads and freeways that help people get where they need to go, regardless of whether they take public transportation or their own vehicle. Maintaining those roads requires a substantial financial investment and the work of many...
New workers get injured more
Did you just land a new job? Maybe you’ve been trying to break into the construction industry for a while, taking odd jobs and looking for something permanent, and you finally got it. You’re excited to get started and it feels like the future is bright. It may be, but...
When you’re injured outside of the company’s doors
You stumble and fall on a piece of broken concrete in the parking lot outside your employer’s office building and get badly injured. Or, maybe you’re running some errands for the company when a distracted driver sideswipes your vehicle and you’re seriously hurt. It...
Working road construction? Stay safe with these tips
In many areas, the first real signs of spring are the road construction crews that suddenly appear everywhere. Road repairs are an important part of maintaining the country’s infrastructure, so construction crews are busy almost as soon as the weather starts to break....
What risks do warehouse workers face?
You often hear a lot about construction, fishing, firefighting and other well-known, high-risk occupations when talking about how workers get hurt on the job. However, don’t make the mistake of thinking that other occupations do not have significant dangers just...
What are the top dangers on construction sites?
Working in the construction industry is a dream come true for many. Even though there are safety risks to contend with, it’s a job they enjoy for the fast pace and rewarding experiences. As a construction worker, it’s critical to have a thorough understanding of the...
What are the most dangerous occupations?
Construction is often cited as the most dangerous occupation based on the total number of fatal accidents. That’s true, but it’s also misleading. With hundreds of thousands of construction workers in the United States, there’s just a massive pool of people to get...
How can construction workers control risks?
Construction workers know they have to face risks. They can’t avoid them. They use power tools and saws. They work at heights. They work around electricity. They use heavy equipment and vehicles. These are all activities that come with inherent risks, but they’re part...
What are the most dangerous occupations in the United States?
Every occupation has its hazards -- but some jobs are simply more dangerous than others. Despite all of the advancements we’ve made in workplace safety, some occupations are still disproportionately deadly for workers. Using figures from 2017 provided by the Bureau of...
The dangers of road construction work
Due to the high demands of increased traffic, road construction work on aging highways is increasingly done on roads that are open to traffic or at night. Safety hazards associated with this trend place construction workers at high risk for on-the-job injuries....
