Workplace accidents happen when you least expect them. One moment, you're going about your job, and the next, you're injured. Knowing what to do after an injury on the job can help protect your health and your right to workers’ compensation benefits. Here are the...
A workplace injury could jeopardize a worker's employment. Injured workers may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits, which could help them earn lost wages and pay for medical bills. Unfortunately, many workers don’t get the compensation they need because of...
Most workers in California have protection if they develop job-related medical conditions. Workers' compensation benefits pay for medical care and can replace workers' wages when they require an extended leave of absence. There are many scenarios in which employees...
In today's fast-paced working environment, workplace injuries are not uncommon. While some injuries can be easily linked to work-related tasks, others may not be as evident. If you suspect your injury is a direct result of your job, it's crucial to establish a clear...
If you are injured on the job, you expect to receive workers’ compensation benefits that cover your medical expenses, lost wages and other accident-related losses. However, in some situations, your claim may be denied. While this can be overwhelming and stressful, you...
After a workplace accident that results in injuries, you need to protect your workers’ compensation claim by following the deadlines stipulated by the law. Otherwise, any unnecessary delays could jeopardize your claim, and you may miss out on compensation. Here is...
Some California workers who file for workers’ compensation benefits wind up getting their legitimate claims denied. But that doesn’t mean they are out of options. Read on to learn more about the process of appealing a workers’ comp denial. Filing an application for...