Appeals court rules Dublin school district not liable for late trustee Catherine Kuo's deathThe court ruled that Catherine Kuo's family cannot sue the school district for her death as she was volunteering at the time.
Oregon union asking lawmakers to pass worker safety billsOregon union leaders advocate for legislative measures to enhance safety and support for employees in dangerous job sectors.
Top resources for injury victims in manufacturing in America - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comWorkers' compensation provides crucial support for injured manufacturing workers, covering medical and wage loss costs without requiring proof of employer fault.
Work-from-home warning as Aussie wins 'wild' worker's compensation case: 'Nightmare'A council employee was awarded worker's compensation after tripping over a pet fence while working from home, raising concerns for WFH policies.
Doctors said cutting countertops destroyed his lungs. He had to fight for workers' compWork-related silicosis cases continue to rise, particularly among countertop cutters due to exposure to engineered stone with high silica content.
Oregon union asking lawmakers to pass worker safety billsOregon union leaders advocate for legislative measures to enhance safety and support for employees in dangerous job sectors.
Top resources for injury victims in manufacturing in America - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comWorkers' compensation provides crucial support for injured manufacturing workers, covering medical and wage loss costs without requiring proof of employer fault.
Work-from-home warning as Aussie wins 'wild' worker's compensation case: 'Nightmare'A council employee was awarded worker's compensation after tripping over a pet fence while working from home, raising concerns for WFH policies.
Doctors said cutting countertops destroyed his lungs. He had to fight for workers' compWork-related silicosis cases continue to rise, particularly among countertop cutters due to exposure to engineered stone with high silica content.
Future of cancer coverage for women federal firefighters uncertain under TrumpFirefighters may lose newly granted cancer coverage due to changes in federal policy and webpage information under the Trump administration.
Workers' Comp, Family Benefits Increased For 2025Increased Paid Family Leave and workers' compensation benefits in New York aim to alleviate financial stress for employees beginning January 1, 2025.
The global impact of oilfield accidents: Why Odessa oilfield accident lawyers are essential for protecting workers' rights - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comOilfield accident lawyers are essential for helping injured workers secure fair treatment and fight for their rights.
Former Walmart truck driver falsely accused of fraud awarded $34.7 million by California juryWalmart was ordered to pay $34.7 million to a former driver after wrongful termination and false accusations of fraud during his medical leave.
Walmart must pay a truck driver $35 million after firing him and accusing him of fraud after an accidentWalmart was ordered to pay $35 million to former driver Jesus Fonseca for false accusations of workers' compensation fraud.
Former Walmart truck driver falsely accused of fraud awarded $34.7 million by California juryWalmart was ordered to pay $34.7 million to a former driver after wrongful termination and false accusations of fraud during his medical leave.
Walmart must pay a truck driver $35 million after firing him and accusing him of fraud after an accidentWalmart was ordered to pay $35 million to former driver Jesus Fonseca for false accusations of workers' compensation fraud.
How Trump could impact overtime pay for millions of workersTrump's first term significantly eroded workers' rights, especially regarding overtime pay, leaving millions of workers without protections.
O.C. man charged with workers' comp fraud involving $100 million of billingsA major fraud scheme involving nearly $100 million in fraudulent workers' comp billing has resulted in charges against several individuals, including a convicted fraudster.
As extreme heat rises, Newsom blocks bill to protect California farmworkersGovernor Newsom vetoed SB 1299, arguing that heat safety enforcement should remain within the purview of Cal/OSHA, not the workers' compensation system.
Newsom vetoes bill aiming to increase protections for farmworkers overcome by heatGov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill to simplify workers' compensation claims for heat illness among farmworkers, citing existing protections and enforcement.
California Contractor Accused of Firing Farmworkers Who Suffered in Extreme Heat Is Fined | KQEDCalifornia farm labor contractor fined for heat-related issues after former employees alleged rights violations.Farmworkers advocate for better protections and compensation regarding heat-related illnesses.
As extreme heat rises, Newsom blocks bill to protect California farmworkersGovernor Newsom vetoed SB 1299, arguing that heat safety enforcement should remain within the purview of Cal/OSHA, not the workers' compensation system.
Newsom vetoes bill aiming to increase protections for farmworkers overcome by heatGov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill to simplify workers' compensation claims for heat illness among farmworkers, citing existing protections and enforcement.
California Contractor Accused of Firing Farmworkers Who Suffered in Extreme Heat Is Fined | KQEDCalifornia farm labor contractor fined for heat-related issues after former employees alleged rights violations.Farmworkers advocate for better protections and compensation regarding heat-related illnesses.
They Were Fired After Leaving Their Jobs in Sweltering Heat. Is the State on Their Side? | KQEDThe proposed bill links workers' comp eligibility to adherence to Cal/OSHA heat rules, aiming to incentivize employer protection of workers.
California Farmworkers Call For More Employers to Comply with Heat-Illness Prevention | KQEDSB 1299 seeks to enhance workers' compensation for heat-related illnesses in agriculture, despite employer concerns about new costs.
Protecting workers in high-risk environments: The intersection of personal injury law and accident compensation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUnderstanding high-risk work environments is essential to ensure worker safety and fair compensation in case of accidents.
New Law Requires Workers' Compensation Posters To Advise Employees of Right to CounselEmployers in California must now include information about employees' right to consult a licensed attorney in the workers' compensation notice.
Gig Companies Spent $200 Million to Write Their Own Labor Law. The State Supreme Court Could Throw it Out | KQEDCalifornia Supreme Court to hear case that could impact gig workers and industries reliant on app-based platforms.