San Bernardino Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
Common physical hazards affecting healthcare workers
Healthcare workers are a mainstay in California hospitals, clinics and residential care facilities. Nurses, technicians and clinical assistants frequently handle patients lifting their bodies, moving around equipment to provide care and assisting some with activities...
Managing truck driver back pain
Chronic back pain and acute back injuries cause serious disability for truck drivers. According to data from the National Safety Council, more than 21% of those in this profession experience chronic back or neck pain. If you drive a truck for a living, try these...
Why do pharmacies make mistakes dispensing medication?
Many people in California depend on their prescription medication to treat whatever health issue ails them. So when a pharmacist hands you a prescription bottle, you should know that the medicine inside will positively affect your health and not cause your health...
Be a defensive driver on your motorcycle
If you ride a motorcycle, you probably already know that you are at higher risk for injury than other motorists in a collision with another vehicle. This is especially true in California, where motorcycle fatalities have been on the rise for the past 22 years...
What happens when my claim is denied?
If you receive a claim denial from workers' compensation in California, you do have options. You do not have to accept the denial as it is without trying to get a further explanation or trying to get the denial reversed. Generally, according to the Department of...
How to prevent distracted driving
Distracted driving is a big problem in California, and it can lead to both minor and serious accidents. There are numerous types of distractions that can occur while driving, and many of them are preventative. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety...
Why is postoperative nausea a problem?
Nausea is often experienced by many people following surgery. With the right medication, postoperative nausea will not be a problem for long. However, left unchecked, postoperative nausea can lead to vomiting, which can have serious effects on your health as you...
What is the most common motorcycle accident?
Because motorcyclists are exposed as they ride their bikes, they are at a particular risk of severe injury or death if another vehicle collides with them. There are a number of common ways a California bike rider can get into an accident, from a fender bender to...
How long do you have to file a medical malpractice lawsuit?
Every state has unique statutes of limitations, or deadlines for filing, different injury claims. The goal of a statute of limitations is to encourage you, the claimant, to come forward with a claim as soon as possible. It is critical to obey your statute of...
What people should know about workers’ compensation
Many California workers may know they can receive workers' compensation if they get hurt on the job. However, they may have many questions about these benefits and what they need to do to get them. Some people may not realize that workers' compensation benefits can...
