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ODG Law Firm Calls for Enhanced Work Injury Protection Following California DIR Report

On February 12, 2026, ODG Law Firm, a workers' compensation practice since 2011, issued a statement from Glendale, CA urging stronger workplace safety measures, with Maria Salazar saying `These studies prove what we have unfortunately already known: workers do not receive the protections they deserve`.
Analysis of employer-reported nonfatal workplace injuries found the DIR report released January 22, 2026 documented over 750 injuries in 2024, with rising rates in transportation and warehousing; utilities; wholesale trade; real estate and rental and leasing.
Investigations show nearly a third of Cal/OSHA positions remained vacant last year, leading to skipped inspections despite 87 percent of over 12,000 OSHA complaints being valid and inspectors sent for only 42 percent of reported accidents.
ODG highlights that injured California workers need to understand their rights, with the firm offering legal services like representation, negotiations, and advocacy for benefits and medical care.
The DIR study analyzed nearly a thousand industries, from vegetable farming to insurance companies, and its findings highlight ongoing workplace safety concerns across diverse sectors.

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