The construction industry is one of the most dangerous in the United States, and it usually has either the most or the second-most fatalities per year. Thousands of workers lose their lives, while many more suffer serious injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries....
Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ Compensation
The pros and cons of a lump-sum workers’ comp payout
When an employee is injured on the job, workers’ compensation benefits can help to cover medical expenses and lost wages. In some cases, injured workers may be offered a lump-sum payout instead of ongoing periodic payments. If you have been as a result of your...
4 reasons why a workers’ comp claim would be denied
Workers’ compensation is a program that helps pay for an employee’s medical bills, lost wages and other financial costs after a workplace accident. These benefits could help a worker recover from their injuries and support their family. A workers’ comp claim could be...
3 workers’ compensation myths
Workers’ compensation can give injured workers medical coverage and lost wages after an accident. Many people do not receive benefits and, as a result, will suffer from life-long debilitating medical conditions. Some of these workers do not receive benefits because...
Can undocumented employees get workers’ compensation benefits?
Most undocumented workers in California believe they are ineligible for work injury benefits. Fortunately, this is not the case – it is a myth many employers like to perpetuate. The truth is that nearly all California employees, including undocumented immigrants, have...
2 factors that can obstruct a worker’s compensation claim
Workers who are injured on the job or contract a work-related illness in California are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits are designed to help with medical bills, lost wages and other costs associated with the injury or illness. With that...
What risks do factory workers face?
Factory workers are essential to the economy. Yet they are often poorly paid and have to work long shifts compared to many other lines of work. The work can also be repetitive. Still, it is a line of work that many rely on and some enjoy. Yet a factory worker may be...
Shedding light on common occupational diseases in California
An occupational disease stems from work exposure and can aggravate preexisting health conditions. You may be eligible for workers' compensation payments if your employer was negligent. To start, be sure that you save all documentation that connects your symptoms with...
The link between marijuana policies and workplace injuries
For the past several years, adults in California are allowed to use marijuana recreationally. However, while you might not get in trouble for using it, it could increase your risk of getting hurt at work. According to one study, recreational marijuana laws (RMLs) were...
Getting back to work after a workplace injury
Going back to work after getting injured on the job in California can feel both exciting and a little worrying for many people. Besides thinking about money, going back to work is important for your emotions and health. Making this return to work successful means...