Accidents happen, but you shouldn’t have to suffer financially on top of your physical injuries when the accident was caused by someone else’s negligence. Unfortunately, a lot of injury victims believe that they simply can’t afford a civil claim against the other...
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Victims of dog bites are protected with strict liability laws
The holidays are a time when families love to get together and visit, but there is sometimes an additional hazard: the family pet. Whether you’re visiting your siblings, parents, friends or others, the dog of the household is something to watch out for. Dog bites are...
What does workers’ compensation cover?
Employers are legally obligated to provide a safe work environment for their employees. However, accidents are sometimes inevitable. It doesn't matter who was at fault for the accident. Workers' compensation covers the injured employee as long as they got injured...
How bike and helmet cams can help in a crash
Crashes between bicyclists and motorists generally result in far more serious injuries for the cyclist than anyone in the vehicle. If you were involved in a crash caused by a driver, it helps to have as much evidence as possible to back up your story – particularly if...
Can undocumented workers get workers’ compensation benefits in California?
Anyone injured on the job is entitled to workers' compensation benefits. As long as your employer carries workers' compensation insurance (which is a legal requirement for most) and you were injured or got sick due to your work activity, you have the right to enjoy...
California construction workers face many hazards when trenching
Construction trenching is defined loosely as carving deeply into the ground. On the surface, creating a trench sounds relatively safe. These tasks take place on the ground so falling from elevated heights is not the main risk. However, digging a trench, or working...
How serious is your risk for a bicycle crash in San Diego?
San Diego has exceptional weather for those who want to engage in outdoor activities. Despite sprawling over hundreds of square miles, the San Diego area is still incredibly bikeable. Some local employers even try to encourage cycling as an alternative form of...
4 tips to improve safety on a construction site
Workers across the country are faced with potential hazards in the workplace each day. However, construction workers are frequently exposed to dangers that could have catastrophic consequences. For example, an incident with heavy-duty machinery could lead to a crush...
Can you get PTSD from a car accident?
If you feel shaken after a car accident, you may expect those feelings to pass. You may think that you’ll get over your fear and anxiety. You tell yourself it will just take time and you’ll get better. But what if you don’t? Could you actually develop a long-term...
What are my employer’s responsibilities after a work accident?
Most workers in San Diego think that their employers only workers’ compensation responsibility is to provide insurance to protect employees. However, state workers’ comp laws give them many other responsibilities. If your employer does not comply with these laws, it...