Accidents can be very prevalent at work. Some of the common injuries in workplaces include industry deafness as a result of working in a noisy area for a long time, a broken arm from slipping, or a muscle strain from carrying heavy loads. In many cases, employees injured at work usually receive unfair treatment and are also deprived of medical care and financial compensation. Fortunately, there are workers compensation laws in every state that protect workers involved in workplace accidents.
Understanding the specific details of workers’ compensation laws in California is essential to every employee. The following is all you need to know about workers’ compensation laws in California.
How Workers Compensation Laws work in California
California uses a no-fault system to process compensation for injuries directly related to employment. The laws apply to any illness, injury, or disability provided the accident took place in the line of duty.
The employer is required by law to pay a worker’s compensation package to an insurance company to cover eligible employees. Although the employee seeking compensation does not need a lawyer, they can acquire legal services in case of denial or other complication issues.
Application for Workers Compensation in California
If you are involved in a workplace accident, the following are necessary steps that you need to take to make your worker’s compensation claim successful:
Compensation Benefits for Workers in California
There are several benefits for employees, depending on the type of injury one suffers in a workplace accident. Labor laws in California require employers to cover medical bills, lost wages due to absence from work, future medical care, as well as pain and suffering.
Additionally, other benefits include temporary disability benefits, permanent disability benefits, rehabilitation benefits, and death benefits. The death benefits usually go to the employee’s next of kin or family members.
Duties of a Worker’s Compensation Lawyer
The ultimate objective of a worker’s compensation lawyer representing the injured worker is to obtain compensation benefits. Compensation lawyers can also represent employers to minimize the claimant’s liability to compensation.
Overall, the duties of a workers’ compensation lawyer are to:
File a Worker’s Compensation Claim Today
Have you been involved in a workplace accident that left you injured but still have problems with your worker’s compensation claim? Employees often experience difficulties in the process of filing a worker’s compensation claim. Therefore, hiring a lawyer is important in filing a successful compensation claim that will help you obtain all the necessary compensation benefits that you are qualified for from your employer.
Contact RS Law Offices today for legal services and any questions regarding your worker’s compensation claim.
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