If you suffered an injury while on the job, one of the first questions you’ll ask yourself is should you call a workers’ comp attorney. While the workers’ compensation system should be an easy one for workers to navigate, the claims process is not always that simple and can become confusing and frustrating. Even if you only suffer from a minor injury that requires minimal treatment, you can benefit from enlisting the services of a
There are many situations in which it’s in your best interest to hire a workers’ comp attorney if you’ve been injured at work. Most of these involve disputes with the insurance company and may include the following: You’ve suffered an injury or disease and don’t know whether you have technically been injured “on the job” or not. If in doubt, ask! Your claim is denied or delayed Lost wages and/or medical bills are not completely
It is the responsibility of your employer to provide a workplace that is free from hazards and unsafe conditions. The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 requires employers to maintain a workplace that is free of dangerous health and safety conditions that can result in illness, injury, or death and grants employees several important rights if violations occur. But, is your workplace safe? Some signs that could indicate safety problems in the workplace include:
If you were injured in the workplace and sustained a fracture, you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. Broken bones are one of the most common types of work injuries and can be the result of a variety of workplace accidents including, but not limited to, a fall from a height, a motor vehicle accident, a slip, and fall accident, or being struck by falling objects or equipment. When you suffer from a broken bone
Police Officers Injured on the Job Have Legal Rights
Category: California Workers Compensation Lawyer
Police officers and firefighters injured on the job have legal rights, and they are generally better than those accorded “civilians.” Some of these “extra” rights are available to “civilians” working for the Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation. All employees are eligible to apply for workers compensation in the event that they suffer an injury while on the job. Above that, injured on duty police officers are covered under a special section of the California Labor
