Workers' Compensation law blog

When most people think of dangerous jobs, they usually think of workers involved in manual labor. Whether it’s construction worker or roofers, there is always a high amount of risk with each task. But you do not have to be...

Countless people throughout Southern California depend on workers compensation benefits to account for lost time from their jobs due to work-related injuries. Unfortunately, there are many people within the system who engage in unethical and abusive practices. Ultimately, it is the...

We live in a digital world where just about anything can be done with the touch of a button. If it seems like computers run our lives, you are not imaging things. Whether it is for business or for pleasure,...

The State of California is cracking down on doctors and medical facilities with a track record of abusing the state’s workers’ compensation program. Just in the past year, regulators from the California Division of Workers’ Compensation have barred 115 doctors...

If you are injured on the job in Los Angeles, you should be eligible to get workers’ compensation, but you may find that you have to get an independent medical exam. This may be confusing since the chances are good you...

There are many injuries in California workplaces that could lead to you losing your sight. When this occurs, it can be quite a terrifying situation. However, you should understand there are many forms of support out there. You can find help in...

Disfigurement from a serious facial injury will follow you for the rest of your life, but, more importantly, a serious injury to your head, eyes, or face could lead to dangerous health complications and disabling conditions. As with any on-the-job injury,...

Many people don’t think too much about the hazards of certain jobs unless they are the ones who are doing them. The duties of sanitation workers fall under this category. These men and women are doing everyone in their area...

You probably have many safety rules at your workplace. Regardless of whether you work in an office or on a construction site, there are laws that regulate the safety of your work space to ensure you and other workers are...

When your employer does not have workers’ compensation, it can be a major issue. Not only does California require most employees to carry this insurance, but even if not required, your employer will still be liable for any injuries you sustain...