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June 21, 2023
Amazon Warehouse Injuries – 40 Percent of All Injured Workers Suffer From This Injury
From books to video games, Amazon has become one of the premiere marketplaces for shopping on the Internet. The company website states that Amazon sells an average of over 8,000 items every minute. As much as Amazon sells, the company's warehouses have become a popular spot not just for storage, but for job searchers as well. Amazon’s website states that its fulfillment centers alone can employ anywhere from 1,000-1,5000 associates....
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May 30, 2023
I was Injured Working Remotely at Home – do I Qualify for Workers’ Comp? 4 Things to do Following a Harmful Injury
There’s no question the COVID-19 Pandemic changed the way we work. In fact, the number of people primarily working remotely from home tripled between 2019 and 2021. With more and more of the workforce joining their team remotely, we are still navigating the “new normal” and how it relates to law. One aspect of the working world that has not drastically changed in the wake of the COVID-19 Pandemic is workers compensation. W...
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May 24, 2023
5 Types of Injuries not Covered by Workers’ Compensation – the Surprising List
According to the California Employment Development Department, workers’ compensation is a state-mandated legal remedy that benefits workers who suffer a work-related injury. Workers' compensation protects employees who may be able to receive payment while they are off from work due to an on the job injury. There is also protection for employers, who can avoid dealing with potentially high-priced lawsuits every time a worker is injured on th...
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April 21, 2023
Are Workers’ Compensation and Social Security the Same? Major Ways These 2 Programs can Help Workers
Workers’ compensation and social security are both options available to those physically unable to work. Workers’ compensation and social security are two completely different forms of payment for injured workers. One of the main differences is that workers’ compensation is a state-based program that strictly covers injuries and illness caused by your job. Social security is a federal program that can cover long-term injuries and il...
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April 10, 2023
Are Workers Compensation Settlements Taxable? Big Tips to Know Before Tax Day 2023 in California
Workers’ compensation provides benefits to injured workers, similar to income. But is it taxable? As defined by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), taxable income is very broad, and often includes: Wages Salaries Tips Bonuses Winnings from gambling Unemployment The IRS states that the purpose of taxes is to help with revenue for “federal, local, and state governments to fund essential services that benefit all citiz...
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April 4, 2023
Top Mistakes After a Work Injury – 5 Common Workers’ Compensation Mistakes and How They Can Cost You Money
Workers' compensation mistakes can be the difference as to whether or not you file a successful claim. Many employees are guilty of workers' compensation mistakes. It's understandable, as the landscape surrounding a workers' compensation claim can be difficult to understand. Workers compensation is designed to help employees when such injuries occur, preventing them from working. It is a state-mandated legal remedy that benefits worker...
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March 30, 2023
Electrocution Injuries in California – 3 Occupations With the Most Damaging Accidents
An electrocution can happen as the result of many various accidents, some more common than you think. You’ve probably seen signs reading DANGER: HIGH VOLTAGE. These notices usually warn others of potential hazards like electrocution. An electrocution occurs when an electric current passes through the body, often leading to serious injury or death. The National Library of Medicine reports there are approximately 1,000 electrical related...
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December 14, 2022
What is the Difference between Workers’ Compensation and Disability Insurance?
There is a difference between workers' compensation and disability insurance. The latest statistics from the US Department of Labor report 2.6 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses in 2021. Being unable to work due to injury or illness can be devastating. The loss of wages and mental pain can be taxing. The state of California offers workers’ compensation and disability insurance for those not capable of working. Workers...
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December 7, 2022
Big Construction Accidents – How to Prevent OSHA’s Fatal 4 Construction Hazards
Construction can be a hazardous line of work. According to the California Department of Industrial Relations, construction accidents accounted for the second highest rate of job-related fatalities in 2020. Working in construction is not only physically exhausting, but your life and well-being is continuously on the line. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has outlined a “Focus Four” that contributes t...
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February 10, 2022
Workers’ Compensation and Mental Health – Do I have a Psychiatric Injury Claim Against my Employer? 3 Unique Examples
There has been much more awareness regarding those who suffer from a psychiatric injury. Studies show 1 in 5 US adults experience mental illness. Per California workers’ compensation law, a psychiatric injury may be a mental, emotional, or psychiatric condition stemming from either working conditions, a work injury, or a traumatic experience that took place at work. What are the specific requirements to claim a psychiatric injury? Speci...
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