One of the worst things that can happen to a family is to have a loved one die as the result of a work-related injury or illness. While no amount of money can replace a loved one, California’s Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) does pay death benefits to spouses,...
Where The Injured
Go To Protect Their Rights
Month: April 2022
Will my car or truck crash be covered by workers’ compensation?
When you’re driving for work, something you have to think about is what will happen if you get into an auto accident. Depending on who is at fault, you might think that you’ll have to cover your own expenses, but the truth is that you may have the option of seeking...
Security cameras at work can help your workers’ comp claim
Speaking up when you get hurt on the job serves multiple purposes. Reporting your injury to your employer means that they will have an internal report about the incident, which can play a role in your workers' compensation claim. Timely reporting is necessary for you...
What happens if my workers’ comp claim gets denied?
Maybe your doctor just informed you that the reduced lifting strength in your arms is a sign of carpal tunnel syndrome that you developed from gripping and using tools all day at work. Perhaps you fell from scaffolding while helping repair a building's brickwork and...