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November 27, 2023
Do Seasonal Employees Qualify for Workers’ Compensation Benefits? 5 Hazardous Injuries
Seasonal employees often see a growth during the summer and holiday seasons. According to PEW Research Center, teen seasonal employees for the summer were up around 36 percent in 2021. Seasonal employees provide managers and business owners to increase hourly output during bustling seasons, potentially taking some of the burden from their regular employees. For example, a clothing store at a mall will hire more employees from late O...
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November 21, 2023
What is CTE? 3 Potentially Deadly Workplace Injuries
CTE is an extremely serious and dangerous brain injury. Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is defined as a progressive and fatal brain disease associated with repeated traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). They are caused by frequent concussions or other damaging blows to the head. There are many signs of CTE, including: Memory issues Confusion Changes in personality Violent or erratic behavior Symptoms of CTE may not be im...
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October 24, 2023
Can a Non-Citizen Still Receive Workers’ Comp Benefits? What California Labor Code 3733(b) Says
There are almost 11 million immigrants in the Golden State. Of that group, 25 percent are under a non-citizen legal status, and another 22 percent are undocumented. If you are a non-citizen, you may be wondering if you still qualify for workers’ compensation after a work-related injury. There obviously are differences between being a citizen vs non-citizen. However, under California Labor Code 3733(b), non-citizens can still receive ...
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September 26, 2023
Which 1-10 Pain Levels Should I Tell my Doctor for my Work Injury?
Pain levels can vary day by day, but knowing how to communicate this with your doctor, attorneys, or workers’ comp claim adjuster is important. If you’ve been to a hospital, odds are you’ve seen a visual chart to rank pain levels. The scale often starts with a smiley face for one, meaning there is little or no pain, to a frown for ten, meaning the pain is unbearable. This can help doctors get an idea of how you are physically fee...
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September 14, 2023
5 Unique Reasons Why Your Workers’ Compensation Claim May Have Been Denied in California
If your workers’ compensation claim was recently denied, there are a number of reasons it could have been turned down. Making a workers’ compensation claim can sometimes be a daunting task, but it’s within your rights as an employee if you are injured on the job. Workers’ compensation is designed to protect employees, helping them receive benefits following a work-related injury. Employees can receive assistance in the form of: ...
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September 6, 2023
Fatal Workplace Injuries Amongst Hispanic or Latino Workers – How a 25 Percent Increase Should Impact the Way You Work
According to a study by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, Hispanic or Latino workers accounted for almost a quarter of all fatal workplace injuries. In fact, there has been a 25 percent increase in fatal workplace injuries amongst Hispanic or Latino workers since 2017. Hispanic or Latino workers saw the highest uptick of any race or ethnicity. Another recent study shows that California had the second-highest number of Hispa...
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August 8, 2023
Can I Get Fired While on Workers’ Comp? 1 Major Legal Factor
Getting fired while on workers’ comp is a possibility, but it may be for reasons other than what you might think. An employee can be fired while on workers’ comp in the state of California. Still, there are factors that can help the terminated employee with benefits. Workers’ compensation is available to most California employees who suffer a work-related injury or illness while performing an on-the-job task. Some employees, like i...
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July 12, 2023
5 Dangerous Ways Extreme Heat in Southern California Can Lead to a Workers’ Comp Claim
Studies reveal that extreme heat increases the risk of getting injured while working. University of California Los Angeles released a report on extreme heat that states when temperatures reach over 100 degrees, the risk for injuries increases by 10 to 15 percent. Even 90 degree temperatures see a 6 to 9 percent increase. In Southern California, heat can very by location. While temperatures are generally cooler along the coasts, there may...
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July 6, 2023
Can a Pre-existing Condition Affect My Personal Injury Claim? 1 Big Way Proving Negligence Could Halt the Process
50 to 129 million non-elderly Americans have a pre-existing condition related to their health, according to a study by the United States Department of Health and Human Services. A pre-existing condition is a health concern you have that began before the start of something, generally a health care coverage period. The list of pre-existing conditions may include: Diabetes Hypertension Asthma Epilepsy A pre-existing con...
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June 26, 2023
What if My Employer Says They Don’t Have Workers’ Comp Insurance? 1 Way to Help Ensure Your Rights are not Violated
Workers’ comp insurance helps protect workers injured on the job. Workers’ comp insurance covers employees for any time off due to a job-related injury or illness. Employees are eligible to receive assistance such as: Medical care benefits Temporary and permanent disability benefits Supplemental job displacement benefits Return-to-work supplement benefits Death benefits Temporary disability benefits generally cover...
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