Injured Workers Should Not Stand Alone
If your new "light duty" feels more like a punishment than a path to recovery, you aren't alone. After a workplace injury, a modified assignment may leave you wondering whether the job fits your medical limits or pressures you to leave. A difficult light-duty...
A late workers’ compensation check in California can leave you scrambling to cover rent, groceries and other bills. In some cases, the delay may trigger penalties or interest, and you may have steps available to move the issue forward under California workers’ comp...
If you suffer a workplace injury, you may feel unsure about your diagnosis, treatment plan or work restrictions. In California, the workers’ compensation system may give you ways to seek another medical opinion. Learning how this process works may help you make...
After suffering a job injury, you may need time away from work to recover. You may wonder whether you must use up all your paid time off (PTO) credits before you can receive workers' compensation benefits. The simple answer is: no. Your employer cannot force you to...
Waiting for a workers' compensation settlement check can raise questions and stress. Many injured workers wonder how long it takes to get their money and what can affect the timeline. While each case is different, knowing the typical steps can give you a clearer...
Many injured workers finish treatment expecting a settlement check to arrive shortly after. When no payment shows up, the delay creates stress, especially when no one explains what starts the timeline. You might be in that situation now. Your doctor said your...
If you're injured at work, understanding how your workers' compensation benefits are calculated is essential. The amount you receive depends on several factors, and it is important for all California workers to understand them. Average weekly wage and the 2/3 rule...
The Medical Treatment Utilization Schedule (MTUS) is an important part of the workers' compensation system in California. It provides guidelines for the medical treatments that workers with injuries should receive. The goal of the MTUS is to make sure that treatments...
Filing a workers' compensation claim can be a complicated process, and many workers make avoidable mistakes that can delay or even deny their claims. Understanding the most common mistakes can help workers navigate the system more effectively and ensure they receive...
If you've been injured at work, modified duty could play a significant role in your recovery and return to work. Modified duty allows injured employees to return to work in a limited capacity while they heal, instead of staying home on temporary disability. This helps...
