If you suffer an injury at work in California, you have specific rights during any investigation. Understanding these rights helps ensure you receive fair treatment and support throughout the process. Right to medical care and treatment As an injured worker, you have...
Work events can be a fun way to connect with coworkers, but accidents sometimes happen. If you’re injured at a company party or off-site gathering, you might wonder whether you qualify for workers’ compensation in California. Understanding when workers' comp applies...
Seasonal farmworkers in California play a huge role in keeping the agricultural industry running. But the job comes with risks, especially when it involves pesticide exposure. If you've developed a health issue from pesticide contact, you might wonder if workers'...
Fast food workers face a range of challenges on the job, many of which can lead to injuries. With the fast-paced nature of the industry, workers are often under pressure to meet high demand, which can result in accidents. The fast food industry presents unique...
Sustaining an injury at work doesn’t necessarily mean you’re incapable of performing any job functions. In California, you may continue to work while receiving workers’ compensation benefits, depending on your medical restrictions and job accommodations. Understanding...
If you work full-time or part-time through a gig app in Los Angeles, doing jobs like driving, delivering, or construction, you might not be covered by regular workers’ compensation. If you get hurt on the job, that can leave you with bills and no clear path to help....
If you work in California and get injured on the job, your immigration status doesn’t change your rights to workers' compensation. You deserve protection and benefits just like anyone else. California law recognizes this and makes sure that undocumented workers can...
Working in remote or isolated areas brings unique risks. Employees may face delays in getting help or reporting injuries. Additionally, these challenges can make workers’ compensation claims harder to prove and process. Why remote and isolated work is different...
If you suffer from repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) caused by work, you might wonder how California workers' compensation can assist. RSIs develop from repeated motions and overuse, impacting your ability to perform tasks at work. California's workers' compensation...
If you're receiving workers' compensation benefits in California and feel your doctor isn't meeting your needs, you may wonder if you can switch. In most cases, you can change your treating physician, but there are rules to follow. When can you switch doctors? You can...