Following the recent death of a postal worker in California, a health official reminded employees to provide frequent breaks for their employers to allow them to cool down when they work in soaring temperatures. Although it is not confirmed yet, authorities suspect the postal worker's death was heat-related. She died on a day when temperatures reached 117 degrees. Many workers' compensation claims are filed each summer by employees whose bosses do not prioritize their safety.
Does workers' compensation cover off-site lunch-break injuries?
Workplace injuries occur every day -- on construction sites, in offices, factories and on movie sets. Suffering an on-the-job injury that prevents the immediate return to work can cause havoc in anyone's budget. This is when most California workers rely on the workers' compensation system to provide financial assistance.
Is your building sick?
If you dread going to work in California, it may not be because your work stresses you out and you hate your job. If your eyes start watering and/or you begin coughing or sneezing uncontrollably or your muscles start aching every time you hit the front door, you may work in a sick building.
