Psychological Injuries and Workers' Compensation

In the realm of workplace safety, much attention is given to physical injuries, yet there lies a growing concern for a different kind of injury: the psychological.

Workers Compensation, Mental HealthCole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + MahoneyApril 2, 2024workers compensation, mental health, psychological, injury, workplace injuries, workplace stress, employee health, employee support, mental well-being, claiming compensation, PTSD, workplace safetyComentario

Workplace Inclusion and Workers' Compensation Considerations

In today's diverse work environment, fostering an inclusive culture is not just a moral imperative but a business necessity.

Workers Compensation, ComplianceCole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + MahoneyMarch 19, 2024inclusive workplace, inclusion, legal compliance, workers comp, employee well-being, diversity, workplace safety, mental health in the workplace, mental health, disability, accessibility, complianceComentario

New Workers’ Comp Laws for 2024

As we step into a new year, it's crucial for both employees and employers to stay abreast of the changes and updates in the legislation that could affect their rights, responsibilities, and workplace safety.

Employer Responsibility, Law, Workers Comp, 2024Cole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + MahoneyJanuary 2, 2024worker rights, workers compensation, 2024, laws, law updates, employee benefits, employers responsibility, compliance, claims process, workplace safety, gig workers, mental healthComentario

The Consequences of Neglecting Worker Safety

Neglecting worker safety can have dire consequences, not just for the employees but also for the businesses themselves.

Workplace Safety, Employer ResponsibilityCole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + MahoneyNovember 7, 2023workplace safety, workplace accidents, economic impact, legal consequences, community effects, employee well-being, safety benefits, business sustainability, legal battles, cost, reputational risks, injuries, mental healthComentario

Protections for California’s Entertainment Workers

California, the heart of America's entertainment industry, is home to countless workers who bring our favorite movies, music, and live events to life. However, behind the glitz and glamour, these workers often face unique challenges that require robust protections.

Workers Rights, ProtectionsCole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + MahoneyAugust 8, 2023California, entertainment venues, labor laws, union, worker protection, AB5, workplace safety, gig workers, mental health, work lawyer, gig work billComentario

PTSD and Workers' Compensation for California Firefighters

Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental health condition that people develop from exposure to a traumatic event. PTSD can affect anyone, but it is particularly common in first responders such as those fighting fires.

First Responders, Workers CompCole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + MahoneyNovember 8, 2022firefighters, first responders, mental health, PTSD, California, resources, symptoms, benefits, awareness, workers compComentario

¿Cómo afectan el SB 1002 y el SB 213 a su compensación laboral?

A principios de este año, los representantes de California avanzaron en dos proyectos de ley importantes que tienen una correlación directa con la compensación de los trabajadores.

Cole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + MahoneyApril 5, 2022SB 1002, SB 213, salud mental, trabajadores de hospitales, proyecto de ley, enfermeras, tratamiento, lesiones, COVID-19Comentario

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