A commonly cited statistic from the Bureau of Labor Statistics found that injured employees have only a 50% chance of returning to the workplace after six months have passed. So it is in your interest to see if your employer can give you any kind of work as you...
Compassionate, Knowledgeable And Results-Focused California Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
Workers’ Compensation
How do you know if you are losing your hearing?
A painful injury at work may cause an abrupt loss of hearing. However, sometimes work environments gradually erode your ability to hear. It might take a while to notice difficulties hearing other people or the world around you. Being aware of signs of gradual hearing...
3 common repetitive motion injuries
Repetitive motion injuries are a common source of workers’ compensation claims. These injuries often result from work environments that require the same motion repeatedly, and they can cause pain, reduced range of motion and reduced productivity. Eventually,...
Can you maintain your job through a temporary disability?
A temporary disability may prevent you from doing your job, but you might still desire to keep your role. Whether or not you can reasonably maintain your responsibilities will require collaboration with your employer. Knowing some strategies for safekeeping your job...
Uncovering common injuries horticulturists suffer in California
When you think of a horticulturist tending to lush plants in the pleasant California weather, it may be hard to imagine this profession being fraught with potential dangers. Yet, just like in any other industry, horticulturists face their share of occupational hazards...
Cleaning hotel rooms takes a serious toll on the body
Cleaning California hotel rooms is hard work as evidenced by the high number of hotel housekeepers suffering work-related injuries. The physical demands of the job often include lifting heavy items, spending time on one’s hands and knees, and flipping hotel rooms...
Risks educators face at work
If you are a teacher, trainer or librarian, it is essential to have a clear understanding of the risks that you face in the workplace. Although some people assume that these fields do not present many dangers, at least in comparison to other jobs such as construction,...
Will you hurt your workers’ compensation claim if you leave your job?
California employers face a legal obligation to provide workers’ compensation coverage. Businesses must have coverage even with only one employee. This coverage helps you offset costs associated with a workplace injury, including medical bills and lost work time. If...
Common injuries faced by healthcare professionals
Working in the healthcare field is a rewarding but challenging profession. Not only do healthcare professionals deal with the emotional and mental toll of caring for patients, but they also face a variety of physical risks in their day-to-day activities. If you work...
When workers’ comp benefits end early: Exploring your options
Sustaining a workplace injury in California can present challenges, but the state's workers' compensation system aims to provide financial support and medical benefits during your recovery. However, circumstances may arise where your workers' comp benefits end before...