A workplace injury can change your routine, finances and sense of security overnight. Many injured workers feel confused about what support is available and what steps they are expected to take after an accident on the job. Workers' compensation exists to provide...
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Examples of repetitive strain injuries
In some cases, when workers suffer injuries on the job, it is due to a single catastrophic event. For example, a worker at the top of a ladder may slip and fall, suffering a traumatic brain injury or a spinal cord injury. It is very clear when the injury occurred, how...
What if you get injured in an accident on the way to work?
If you get injured while you are on the job, you likely deserve workers' comp benefits to pay for lost wages, medical bills and more. For many workers, this could certainly include a car accident. Maybe you are a delivery driver or a taxi driver. Perhaps you are a...
3 easy mistakes that can lead to a denied workers’ comp claim
Workers’ compensation benefits are essential for employees who have been injured while on the job. These benefits can help families avoid financial strain by covering an injured employee’s medical expenses and lost wages. It is important to take the right steps to...
What counts as a work-related accident in California?
An injury at work can leave you feeling confused about whether it counts as an accident or not. This article explains how California evaluates workplace incidents and how you can claim your workers’ compensation. How California law defines a work-related accident...
Should you take a lump-sum workers’ comp settlement?
Here in California, many injured workers agree to accept lump sum settlements for their workers’ compensation claims. But do these settlements work for everyone? Below, we discuss the pros and cons of accepting lump sum workers’ compensation settlements. Some injured...
Covering the costs of surgery to treat a work injury
Work injuries may require trauma care. Major injuries sometimes make physical therapy necessary. In cases involving cumulative trauma or extreme injuries, professionals with work-acquired medical issues may sometimes require surgical interventions. Surgical procedures...
Must injured workers wait for care after an on-the-job injury?
Getting hurt on the job often makes people feel anxious about their job security and finances. They know they might be eligible for workers' compensation benefits, but they may not be sure of how to access those benefits. In scenarios where employers have a first aid...
Competition can compromise workplace well-being and safety
Competition in the workplace can be motivating, but when taken too far, it can create serious risks to employee well-being and safety. Many employers encourage competition to boost productivity, but constant pressure to outperform coworkers can lead to stress, burnout...
When does workers’ compensation cover pre-existing conditions?
Workers’ compensation protects the vast majority of employees in California. While many workers never need these benefits, they are critical for those who develop work-acquired medical conditions. There are many scenarios in which professionals may be well aware that...
