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Understanding the Role of a Workers’ Compensation Attorney
In the unfortunate event of an accident or injury at the workplace, legal questions often arise. What is the process of filing a workers' compensation claim? How can a workers' comp attorney help? Is it necessary to hire a workers' comp lawyer? These are all valid...
What Are My Rights If I Get Hurt at Work?
As a California employee, it is essential that you learn about your legal rights regarding work injuries. There are important deadlines that must be met at the outset of each workers’ compensation claim, including a deadline by which you must report your injury to...
How Do You Receive Permanent Disability Benefits in California?
In most cases, injured workers in California will recover from their work injuries and be able to return to work full duty. Notably, when injured workers are able to return to work, they may still suffer from some degree of permanent partial disability due to their...
What Injuries Are Considered Compensable Injuries in Workers’ Comp?
Even if an injury happens at work, it does not necessarily mean that it is an injury that is compensable under the California Workers’ Compensation Act. Whether or not an injury is considered compensable under the Act is an important designation to make in the early...
Top Ten Causes for Work-Related Injuries
Work-related injuries and illnesses tend to occur more often than many people realize. While work injuries are not always avoidable, it can be helpful to learn about the most common causes of these injuries so that you can take the proper precautions when possible....
California Workers’ Comp Frequently Asked Questions
California Workers’ Comp Frequently Asked Questions Many people who get injured at work are unfamiliar with the workers’ compensation claim process, especially those who are dealing with their first work injury. Fortunately, there are some basic guidelines that...
SJDB – Supplemental Job Displacement Benefits in Work Comp
If you have recently suffered a work injury on the job, you should know that you may be eligible for various workers’ compensation benefits under California workers’ compensation laws. These benefits can include payment of medical bills, temporary and permanent...
Got Hurt at Work? This Is How You Should Be Compensated
The California Workers’ Compensation system was created to help employees get back on their feet after suffering a work-related injury or illness. Workers’ compensation benefits include the payment of medical bills determined to be reasonable and related to the work...
Most Common Workplace Injuries by Industry
Not surprisingly, there are some industries that tend to involve a greater number of work-related injuries or illnesses than others. However, it is always a good idea to learn about your California workers’ compensation rights—no matter which line of work you are in....
California Workers Compensation Law Update – December 2022
California Workers’ Compensation Law Update – December 2022 Some recent bills have been signed into law that significantly change how California workers’ compensation claims are handled. Staying up to date on proposed changes and new legislation is crucial when it...
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