Under California law, employers have a legal duty to provide a safe working environment. The California Occupational Safety and Health Act (Cal/OSHA) requires employers to identify and address workplace hazards before they result in injury. One of the most effective...
In California workers' compensation cases, a Qualified Medical Examiner (QME) plays a key role in providing an unbiased evaluation of an injured worker’s medical condition. This is important in cases where there is a dispute about the injury's extent or the worker’s...
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'...
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 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...
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...
In California, workers' compensation laws are designed to protect employees who suffer injuries on the job. However, the rules around independent contractors are different. Understanding how workers' compensation applies to independent contractors is essential for...
If you suffer an injury at work, you may wonder if you can seek compensation beyond workers' compensation benefits. In some cases, a third party—someone other than your employer—may have contributed to your injury. If so, you can pursue both workers' compensation and...
California approved an increase in its temporary total disability (TTD) rates in 2025. This change affects workers who suffer job-related injuries and cannot work while they recover. Workers and employers should understand how this change impacts payments and...