Workers’ Compensation

The workers’ compensation process might seem pretty straightforward at first glance. You get hurt on the job, file a claim and receive benefits to cover your medical bills and lost wages. In reality, there’s more than meets the eye. The claims process is full of...

There are many ways for workers to acquire traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) on the job. Construction workers could fall from scaffolding and hit their heads. Warehouse workers might get struck by falling objects. Delivery drivers could hit their heads during a...

Many workers, including those who work in construction and those in the manufacturing industry, are exposed to high levels of noise each day. Prolonged exposure to sounds over 85 decibels can lead to hearing loss. The issue is that the hearing loss might occur slowly...

Agricultural work is among the most hazardous job sectors in California. It has a fatality rate of 14.3 per 100,000 workers, which is higher than in construction and transportation.  Yet many farmworkers believe they’re not entitled to workers’ compensation for an...

If your workers’ compensation claim was denied, you may not be out of options. While a denial feels like a setback, the appeals process exists to give injured workers a second chance at securing the benefits they deserve. Taking the right steps after a claim denial...

If you’re recovering from a work-related injury or illness in California, you may want to know how long workers’ compensation benefits will last. The truth is that it depends on the type of benefits you receive and the nature of your injury Here are some important...

Repetitive stress injuries develop gradually over time as a result of performing the same motions repeatedly during work activities. These workplace injuries affect millions of workers across various industries, from office employees who type constantly to...

Employees hurt on the job are often eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. The California workers’ compensation program provides two main types of benefits for injured workers. If employees require time away to heal or undergo treatment, they may be eligible for...

If you get injured on the job, you may seek workers’ comp benefits. If these are approved, your employer likely has workers’ comp insurance, so you will get a payout. They may offer you a lump sum that is intended to cover all of your costs. On the plus side, this...

Many workers' compensation claims are straightforward. A workplace incident results in an injury, and a doctor recommends a reasonable treatment plan. Workers' compensation covers the cost of medical care and can replace lost wages while the employee recovers. Other...