On behalf of Glauber Berenson Vego | May 29, 2020 | On-the-job Accidents
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...
On behalf of Glauber Berenson Vego | May 5, 2020 | On-the-job Accidents
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...
On behalf of Glauber Berenson Vego | Apr 17, 2020 | On-the-job Accidents
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....
On behalf of Glauber Berenson Vego | Apr 7, 2020 | On-the-job Accidents
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...
On behalf of Glauber Berenson Vego | Mar 24, 2020 | On-the-job Accidents
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...
On behalf of Glauber Berenson Vego | Mar 12, 2020 | On-the-job Accidents
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...
On behalf of Glauber Berenson Vego | Mar 9, 2020 | On-the-job Accidents, Workplace Injuries
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....
On behalf of Glauber Berenson Vego | Jan 15, 2020 | On-the-job Accidents, Workers' Compensation
Usually, when you think of workers’ compensation, you commonly think of injuries sustained at your workplace, such as slipping or falling. But getting compensated might cover more than what happens at your work location. It’s no secret that working at...
On behalf of Glauber Berenson Vego | Aug 31, 2019 | On-the-job Accidents
People who live and work in California should always feel that they will be properly cared for should they ever experience an on-the-job accident or develop an illness or medical condition due to a work-related factor or environment. One of the ways that employees can...
On behalf of Glauber Berenson Vego | Jul 22, 2019 | On-the-job Accidents
There are many companies throughout California and across the country that provide temporary workers to companies in many industries. These temporary workers provide additional manpower when other workers are out for medical leave or a company is simply short workers...
