Tag Archives: work injury

What Injured Workers Should Know About ‘Serious and Willful’ Misconduct Claims in California

In California, people hurt on the job have a right to pursue benefits by bringing . . .

California Workers’ Compensation and Third Party Liability Claims

An injured worker generally cannot file a lawsuit against their employer. Under California law (Labor . . .

Are Independent Contractors Covered by Workers’ Compensation in California?

As explained by the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) “All California employers must provide workers’ compensation . . .

Be Careful About What You Share on Social Media When Your Workers’ Comp Claim is Open

Long gone are the days when social media was the province of teenagers. In April . . .

Top Four Workers’ Comp Mistakes That You Need to Avoid

Workplace safety remains a serious issue in California. According to the state’s Department of Industrial Relations, . . .

California Workers’ Compensation Claims: What to Know About Cumulative Trauma Injuries

In California, employers are required to provide no-fault workers’ comp insurance benefits to their staff. . . .

Five Steps to Take if You are Injured in the Job in California

Every employee deserves a safe workplace. Sadly, job-related injuries and illnesses remain a serious issue . . .

Are California Workers’ Compensation Benefits Taxable?

The California Department of Industrial Relations reports that around half of a million workers are hurt on . . .

Amazon Letter to Shareholders: Musculoskeletal Disorders are Serious Problem in Warehouses

Amazon is one of the largest employers in our state. Earlier this year, Geekwire reported that the . . .

California Senate Rejects Workers’ Comp Reform Proposal

On June 4th, 2021, The Press Democrat reported that the California State Senate has rejected a bill . . .