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...
Many workers deal with stress, anxiety, and depression because of their jobs. Heavy workloads, tight deadlines, and bad work environments can make these problems worse. When stress starts to hurt their health and job performance, workers may wonder if they can get...
Working from home has become more common, but workplace injuries can still happen outside a traditional office. If you get hurt while working remotely in California, you may still qualify for workers' compensation benefits. Understanding your rights and how these...
Temporary disability benefits are an invaluable part of California’s workers' compensation system. These benefits help replace lost wages when an employee cannot work due to a job-related injury or illness. Understanding your eligibility for these benefits can help...