Tag Archives: workers’ compensation
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 »
A Guide to Workers’ Compensation Payments For Permanent Disability
Permanent disability claims are the most popular type of Worker’s Compensation claims. According to Disability Secrets these claims are, “making up over half of all workers’ comp claims nationwide”. Permanent disability benefits are owed to you if you have injured on the job and sustained permanent damage. Permanent disability can be qualified by a multitude of… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation Claim Timeline
After being injured at work many people wonder, “When can I return to work,” and if it is not that it is, “When do I start receiving workers’ compensation benefits?” Missing work is rough, especially if you don’t have an income while you are injured. If you were recently injured on the job, you… 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 »
California Discrimination and Harassment Law Updates
Anti-harassment and discrimination regulations are important to any business and all individuals. Now, California is extending anti-harassment regulations to include temporary workers and interns. Our lawyers applaud this step by California as a move in the right direction. Not being harassed at work should be a right with greater protections at work. The provisions… Read More »
What Does TRIA Denial Mean for Workers’ Compensation?
The Terrorism Risk Insurance Act, or TRIA for short, is a federal law that mandates the government to pay worker’s compensation claims based on terrorism. However, our lawyers found this Bill to be in uncertain waters at the end of 2014. TRIA was coming up for renewal, and many were worried that the House… Read More »
California Aviation Company Cited in Worker Fatality
California Aviation company cited for worker fatality; it was determined that safety policy on the operation of tow tractors in and around LAX did not require the use of safety belts in certain areas of the airport. California Aviation Company Cited in Worker Fatality: https://www.osha.gov/fatalities Scot MogaScot Thomas Moga, a dedicated attorney in San… Read More »
CAAA Reacts to WCAB’s “Dubon 2” Decision
It’s no wonder injured workers wait so long for treatment and cases take much longer to conclude! CAAA Reacts to WCAB’s “Dubon 2” Decision: https://www.caaa.org/index.cfm?pg=ReleaseDubonII Scot MogaScot Thomas Moga, a dedicated attorney in San Bernardino & Riverside Counties who represents clients in the many types of personal injury, workers’ compensation and estate planning cases.
