Californians who injure themselves on the job may find themselves waiting months or even years to receive the benefits they are entitled to by law. Employer-approved medical evaluations are increasingly hard to come by, at least according to California’s first-ever...
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Does Workers’ Comp Apply to Independent Contractors?
In California, all employees must be covered under their employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. Independent contractors, however, are not covered by this insurance, nor are employers required to purchase coverage for any independent contractors they do business...
Working After Your Injury
Not every workers’ comp claim requires you to take time off of work. Sometimes, you can receive treatment on the day of your injury and be back at work the very next day. Other times, your duties at work may be adjusted to accommodate your recovery. No matter what...
SB-542 Gives Firefighters and Peace Officers PTSD Presumption
Firefighters are four times more likely to die from suicide than any other work-related death. This is just one fact touted by SB-542, Stern. Workers’ Compensation, which exists to help members of fire service and law enforcement pursue treatment for post-traumatic...
Understanding Liability in Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents can be tried under a branch of personal injury law called premises liability. Under premises liability statutes, which vary state by state, the following must always happen in order for you to hold someone responsible for your injury: you must...
The Long-Term Effects of a Brain Injury
Brain injuries are serious and always require immediate medical attention due to the potentially life-threatening consequences they present to those who are not treated in the aftermath. In addition to having serious immediate effects, severe brain injuries can also...
Nursing Home Abuse – Red Flags You Should Notice
Our elderly loved ones often require the care of professionals who are better equipped to care for their needs, especially if they suffer from serious medical conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease. To ensure they receive the care they need, we often entrust their...
Can I Receive Workers’ Comp Benefits in CA for Work-Related Stress?
Whether you are working long hours each week or meeting important deadlines, stress is sometimes part of the job. However, ongoing stress and anxiety on the job can lead to severe psychiatric issues. But are stressed-out employees eligible for workers’ compensation...
Can I Take a Long Trip While Under Workers’ Compensation?
There are plenty of opportunities throughout the year—depending on your work schedule—to take a trip with friends, family, or on your own. Everyone who works deserves a vacation—even employees who have been injured by a workplace accident. There is no federal law that...
What Are Your Rights if You Develop an Occupational Illness?
In some professions, employees encounter toxic chemicals, disease, and other agents that can contribute to the development of a work-related illness. The workers’ compensation insurance systems in some states (including California) allow for the coverage of...