There are many factors that workers who are injured on the job have to consider if they are trying to obtain benefits from workers' compensation. While you might think of this program as one that pays medical bills and provides temporary disability, there are other...
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What is temporary disability in workers’ compensation?
One of the benefits that workers who are injured in California might receive through workers' compensation is a cash payment known as disability. These are temporary payments that help to cover a portion of lost wages due to the injury. The payments are in addition to...
Cumulative trauma injuries can be devastating to hard workers
Workers face many hazards, some of which are due to the nature of the job. These are difficult to minimize because there might not be alternative ways that they can do their duties in a safer manner. It is imperative that employees and employers work to improve...
What are qualified medical evaluators and utilization reviews?
When a person submits an application for workers' compensation, they might have to go through a process in order to receive benefits. This is to ensure that the worker qualifies for benefits. The application process can include several components, some of which might...
Medical workers often find themselves in need of medical care
People typically go into the medical field because they want to help others live their best lives. Unfortunately, along with the responsibility for the care of other human beings, medical workers often have higher risks of on-the-job injuries than other kinds of...
Police officers have very serious risks on each shift
Police officers have a very dangerous job that includes a variety of hazards. It is imperative that these public servants have the tools and training they need to remain safe. The department they work for should ensure that all employees are prepared for a safe shift,...
Teachers risk violence from students and their parents
California teachers today face a host of hazards with which teachers in past generations never had to cope. In fact, the students themselves pose significant risks to their teachers, according to a report titled "The Dirty Little Secret." It was written by a member of...
Firefighters face serious injuries on every shift
The risk of injury and death is present each time a firefighter takes to the front lines. The risks vary greatly, depending on the type of work firefighters are engaged in. Many of the hazards that they come across can be minimized with proper training, supplies and...
Some jobs come with a risk of knee injuries
Many professions have duties that include a lot of knee usage. From having to climb up ladders to heavy lifting, your knees can get a real workout during the day. This is especially true for manual laborers, including cable and carpet installers, linemen, factory...
SSDI, LTD, workers’ comp — who qualifies for which benefits?
Many California workers think that debilitating injuries only happen to others. However, unanticipated injuries or illnesses can befall anyone, and understanding eligibility for the different types of benefits -- SSDI, LTD and workers' compensation -- could prevent...