Category Archives: Workers Compensation
Workers’ Compensation: Simple Steps That Could Help to Improve Workplace Safety
There are many elements that could play a role in causing workplace injuries. While workers can suffer injuries as a result of the employer’s or company’s negligence, there are important steps a worker could take in an effort to improve workplace safety. This article will highlight some of the best ways to prevent workplace… Read More »
What are the Most Common Workplace Injuries?
One of the first steps to making a worker’s compensation claim is recognizing that you have cause for one. There are many different types of work-related injuries, and many clients may not feel like their issue is serious enough to warrant workers’ compensation. However, any condition that could prevent you from working or diminishes… Read More »
Proposed Bill Could Expand Coverage for Worker’s Compensation in California
Worker’s compensation offers protection for employees who may become injured while on the job. Claims can be made to help with a variety of expenses, including injury-related medical costs, disability compensation, and more. However, not all types of workers are considered employees for the purposes of getting worker’s compensation benefits. For example, workers hired… Read More »
California Workers’ Compensation Rights
Workers’ Compensation benefits provide you with the necessary medical treatment you need to recover from your work-related injury or illness. These benefits also partially replace lost wages from recovering and help you return to work. The worker’ compensation claim process can be complicated, however. A skilled Inland Empire Workers’ Compensation attorney can help guide… Read More »
Spring Time Work Injuries
With Spring comes many things. The grass is green. The temperatures are rising. The flowers are blooming, and leaves are returning to the trees. With the spring also comes some increase in potential work injuries for some professions. There are many trades that work outside, and often times this work increases in the springtime…. Read More »
Should I Consult With an Attorney About My Workers’ Compensation Claim?
If you were injured at work recently, you might be wondering, “Should I consult with an attorney about my workers’ compensation claim?” The short answer is “yes.” If you have been injured at work, consulting an attorney can ensure you will receive full compensation for your injury. If you fall into any of the… Read More »
What to do After Being Injured at Work
No one gets up in the morning saying, “I’m going to get hurt at work today,” but it happened. You’ve gotten first aid or medical attention. What should you do now? The absolute first thing you do is notify your supervisor. If you’re in a union shop, let your shop steward know as well…. Read More »
Returning to Work After Filing For Workers’ Comp Benefits
After suffering an on the job injury, continuing to work or returning to work, after filing for workers’ comp benefits, safely and promptly can help speed your recovery. It can also assist you in avoiding financial losses from missing work. It is important to remember that returning to work too soon can be detrimental… Read More »
Assaulted at Work: Can I get workers’ comp?
According to OSHA, more than 2 million workers are victims of workplace violence. Some jobs may pose more of a risk of being assaulted at work than other, but there is a risk when your job requires that you work directly with the public. With that many people assaulted at work each year, it… Read More »
Statute of Limitations for Workers’ Comp in California
The statute of limitations for workers’ comp in California is relatively straightforward: one (1) year from the date that the injury occurred. If you do not file a workers’ compensation claim within one year of the date of injury, you may lose your right to file a claim at all. If you were hurt… Read More »
