As a construction worker, you work in one of the most hazardous careers. When your job site consists of dangerous materials and situations, you must remain vigilant to stay safe. The construction industry posts some of the highest rates of work-related injuries across...
Workers’ Compensation
Will a return-to-work program benefit you?
Going back to work after an injury may feel intimidating and unsettling. Even if you have received medical clearance, returning to the workplace after a hiatus often has its own challenges. If your employer implements a return-to-work program for injured workers, your...
When may I visit my own doctor for a job-related injury?
Workplace accidents could require visiting the closest hospital to receive emergency medical care. Your employer may post signs noting where employees should go after an on-the-job injury. A coworker may call an ambulance to take you there. As noted in the California...
Occupational asthma may qualify for workers’ compensation
Work environments with poor air circulation could expose employees to toxic allergens. Repeated exposure and inhalation may cause severe respiratory illnesses. Common irritants such as dust and chemical fumes could result in adult-onset asthma. The American Lung...
What rights do warehouse workers have in California?
Warehouse workers have rights and protections under California’s Assembly Bill No. 701, which became law and went into effect on January 1, 2022. If you work in a warehouse, your employer may no longer use pre-programmed algorithms to track your productivity. As noted...
What types of benefits does workers’ compensation provide?
When you suffer an injury or develop an illness while working in California, you may wonder whether you might be able to get workers’ compensation insurance to help cover the costs associated with your condition. California employers have a legal obligation to carry...
Steps to take if you disagree with your doctor
As you seek to recover from a workplace injury, you should know that you have the right to control the course of your care and treatment. This means you should be on the same page as your treating doctor when it comes to evaluating your condition and determining how...
Does a delivery driver qualify for workers’ comp benefits?
Delivery drivers have become more ubiquitous. That is because online shopping has greatly caught on among consumers who want items delivered to their homes. But the sight of more delivery drivers also can be attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic as people maintain...
What is a supplemental job displacement benefit?
If you suffer an injury at work that makes it so you cannot go back to the job you held before, workers’ compensation can help you to obtain other employment. The injury was not your fault, so the system will try to avoid punishing you for the result of it by offering...
When should you return to work after an injury?
Getting hurt at work can rattle your confidence and motivation for doing your job. Depending on the severity of your injury, you may suffer from ongoing anxiety, triggered by the thought of returning to work. Because it is such a big decision to reenter the workforce...