Generally speaking, a workers’ compensation claim should not be denied just because the injury was the fault of the worker. This is because workers’ comp itself has been established as a no-fault system. The employee does not have to sue the employer to receive...
When you’re injured at work, one of your first concerns is getting the medical care you need. In California, however, that doesn’t mean heading to your primary care physician. Instead, the workers’ compensation system may require you to choose your doctor from a...
Many work-related injuries affect functional capabilities. They may be the result of workers using improper body mechanics while repeatedly performing the same job functions for years. When people develop painful symptoms and functional limitations that affect their...
A rotator cuff injury can make lifting, reaching and rotating your arm painful or difficult. For workers who regularly lift objects, perform repetitive overhead movements or rely on shoulder strength, continuing to work through the pain may place additional strain on...
Every workplace is different, and some workplaces are inherently more dangerous than others. However, some injuries are more common than others almost anywhere you go. A workplace injury does not always result from a dramatic construction accident or a dangerous piece...
Many people who get hurt on the job try to go about their day as though nothing has happened. They decline first aid or other medical attention. They may even insist they don't need to report the injury to management. This refusal to acknowledge that an incident...
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that can develop after months or years of repetitive hand and wrist movements. It often affects people whose jobs involve typing, assembly line work, manufacturing, construction or other tasks that place repeated stress on...
Workers’ compensation offers two main types of protection for employees. Workers are eligible for medical coverage from the moment they get hurt. The full medical coverage they receive can pay for all of their necessary treatment, without any copays, coinsurance or...
Working at an elevation is a serious job safety concern. Professionals in the construction sector, for example, often require specialized equipment when working on the exteriors of homes and other editors. Falls from significant elevations can cause life-altering and...
If you’ve been injured on the job, you may eventually receive a settlement offer from the workers’ compensation insurance company. For many injured workers, the prospect of receiving a lump-sum payment is appealing, as it can relieve some financial strain and help...
