O.C. man charged with workers' comp fraud involving $100 million of billings
A 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 farmworkers
Governor 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 heat
Gov. 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 | KQED
California 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 farmworkers
Governor 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 heat
Gov. 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 | KQED
California 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? | KQED
The 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 | KQED
SB 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.com
Understanding high-risk work environments is essential to ensure worker safety and fair compensation in case of accidents.
Gig Companies Spent $200 Million to Write Their Own Labor Law. The State Supreme Court Could Throw it Out | KQED
California Supreme Court to hear case that could impact gig workers and industries reliant on app-based platforms.
Victoria to limit WorkCover compensation for stress after deal struck with opposition
Workers' compensation for mental health injuries like stress and burnout will be limited in Victoria's WorkCover scheme.
Other amendments include an independent review of reforms, expanding WorkSafe's board, and setting up an advisory committee on Return to Work Victoria.
Doctors said cutting countertops destroyed his lungs. He had to fight for workers' comp
Work-related silicosis cases continue to rise, particularly among countertop cutters due to exposure to engineered stone with high silica content.