Experiencing a car accident can be a traumatic event, often resulting in various injuries. One common yet sometimes overlooked injury is a hematoma. Understanding the nature of hematomas, their implications, and the legal steps you should take if you suffer from one can help you navigate the aftermath of a car accident more effectively. What […]
The Ins and Outs of Workers’ Comp Benefits in California
In 2014, the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed that over 460,000 workers’ compensation claims were filed in California.1 Workers’ compensation insurance allows employees of a company to receive monetary benefits in the event that they become injured while at work. These benefits provide wage replacement, as well as funds for any medical care which may […]
Filing a Workers’ Comp Claim in California from A-Z
Getting injured at work in California means there is no need to prove fault for your injuries in order to be eligible for benefits via workers’ compensation. However, there is a statute of limitations to be aware of. As well, you will need to ensure that you’ve notified your employer and go through the process […]
Death on the Job: Should Loved Ones Pursue Workers’ Comp Benefits or a Wrongful Death Claim?
Accidents happen in the workplace every day. Some occupations are inherently more dangerous than others—construction work, mining, and logging are a few examples. Sometimes an accident ends in tragedy when a devoted worker loses his or her life. Thankfully, California’s workers’ compensation system provides death benefits to spouses/domestic partners, children, and other eligible dependents […]