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Workers' Compensation law blog
Understanding the Role of a Van Nuys Workers’ Compensation Attorney
BY: Koszdin | Thursday, September 14, 2023.When it comes to workplace injuries, understanding your rights and the benefits available to you can be overwhelming. Navigating the complex world of workers’ compensation laws can be daunting, especially when you’re also trying to recover from an injury. That’s...
Denied Workers’ Compensation Claims: What to Do Next
BY: Koszdin | Wednesday, August 16, 2023.Suffering a workplace injury can be a challenging experience that impacts not only your physical well-being but also your ability to earn a livelihood. As experts in workers’ compensation law, Koszdin, Fields & Sherry, located in Van Nuys, CA, understands...
Returning to Work After a Workplace Injury
BY: Koszdin | Friday, July 14, 2023.Suffering a workplace injury can be a challenging experience that impacts not only your physical well-being but also your ability to earn a livelihood. As experts in workers’ compensation law, Koszdin, Fields & Sherry, located in Van Nuys, CA, understands...
Decoding Remote Work and Workers’ Compensation Claims in California
BY: Koszdin | Wednesday, June 14, 2023.The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered our working landscape, with remote work or ‘work from home’ setups becoming the new normal for many employees in Los Angeles. While this change has provided flexibility and safety during uncertain times, it has...
Demystifying Independent Medical Examinations in Workers’ Compensation Claims
BY: Koszdin | Wednesday, May 17, 2023.In the realm of workers’ compensation claims in Los Angeles, an Independent Medical Examination (IME) can play a vital role. These examinations often serve as a critical turning point in a case, potentially influencing the benefits a worker receives. Why...
What to Say and Not Say When Reporting a Workplace Accident in California
BY: Koszdin | Wednesday, April 19, 2023.Workplace accidents can take many forms. Although some workplaces tend to be more accident-prone than others, even if yours is a “boring” desk job, you could still be harmed in an accident while operating as an employee. In California, if...
Activities to Avoid When Your California Workers’ Compensation Case is Pending
BY: Koszdin | Wednesday, March 15, 2023.If you have been injured on the job in California, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. California’s workers’ compensation system was established so that employees wouldn’t have to pay for their own medical care and related expenses when...
Ways to Cope With Work-Related Stress
BY: Koszdin | Wednesday, February 15, 2023.Work is a common source of stress and other mental health issues for many people. Long hours, toxic work environments, traumatic workplace experiences, and other such factors can have a significant impact on our well-being. There are ways to cope...
What Information Do I Need to Provide When Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim in California?
BY: Koszdin | Tuesday, January 17, 2023.Workers’ compensation is a system in place in California to provide financial assistance to employees who are injured or become ill as a result of their job. If you are an employee in California and have been injured or become...
The Benefits of Hiring an Attorney Who Specializes in Workers’ Comp Cases
BY: Koszdin | Wednesday, December 14, 2022.If you have been injured on the job and are considering hiring an attorney to help you recover the benefits you are entitled to, you may be wondering whether you should hire a workers’ compensation attorney or a general personal injury attorney....