The simple answer to this question is “Yes.” However, there are different components of a Workers’ Compensation (WC) claim with various applicable time limits.

Benefit programs like Workers’ Compensation and Social Security Disability may seem to offer the same benefit because they provide payments for those who are disabled. But these public programs have different benefits as well as different eligibility criteria.

More than one in five U.S. deaths in the workplace are from construction, falls from height comprise a large percentage of on-the-job injuries.

If you have experienced a work-related injury or illness and have filed a Workers’ Compensation (WC) claim, you may want to sit back and relax and just let the benefits come to you. This is a bad idea! Your employer has an insurance company handling your case, and that company will watch your every move… Read More

If you are injured working as a nanny or babysitting, would you be covered for Workers’ Compensation (WC)? Nannies and babysitters are two examples of domestic workers. Caregivers, such as those who provide care to the elderly or to individuals who are disabled, are also domestic workers. Which Domestic Workers Are Eligible for Workers’ Compensation?… Read More

California Workers’ Compensation (WC) law allows for a lump sum cash settlement of an injured worker’s claim. This way, the worker accepts one payment instead of weekly or monthly payments. The worker can settle via a lump sum payment for any wage benefits or medical benefits or both. A lump sum settlement can also be… Read More

If your teenaged daughter or son is starting a summer job, you are probably proud and relieved at the same time! You also may be just a bit worried about your teen getting injured on the job. Just like adult workers, teens are covered by California Workers’ Compensation (WC) laws. So if your child does… Read More

You have injured your back at work and must stay out for a few weeks. You know that your injury happened while lifting those boxes in the storeroom. But how can you prove to your employer’s Workers’ Compensation (WC) insurer that your injury happened on the job? One of the most crucial components of the… Read More

One million workers hurt their backs each year, representing almost 20% of all workplace injuries and illnesses. And most of these injuries are caused by heavy lifting.

Have you ever thought about eye safety at work? Many of us would discount the importance of eye safety, but in reality, more than 2,000 Americans suffer an eye injury every day! This results in vision loss which leads to medical expenses, Workers’ Compensation and more than $300 million in lost work time! During Workplace… Read More