Can you qualify for workers’ compensation due to stress?
“Stressed at work” is a sentiment that almost any employee in San Mateo can relate to. Yet because of the performance-related pressures inherent with any professional position, many may view your claim of that stress being disabling with skepticism. Such a claim, however, must have the support of clinical opinion in order for you to […]
Teens and workplace accidents
There are a number of reasons why it is great for young people to have jobs, whether they develop a strong work ethic at a young age, save money for college or work to buy things they want and need. Unfortunately, the workplace is often especially dangerous for teens and many are involved in work-related […]
What types of injuries does workers’ compensation cover?
Workers’ compensation provides you with protection if you suffer an injury on the job, but it does not cover every type of injury you might sustain. The injury must occur while you are on the clock and doing your regular duties, according to the State of California Department of Industrial Relations. In addition, your injury cannot […]
What is the difference between DI and workers’ compensation?
In California, if you are injured on the job, you may be able to collect workers’ compensation if the injury prevents you from returning to work. You may have heard someone talking about an injury or disability that they sustained outside of the workplace and how they are collecting on those benefits. In such instances, […]
3 things undocumented workers should know about workers’ comp
If you are an undocumented worker, you are far from alone. In fact, the American Immigration Council estimates that undocumented workers make up nearly 10% of California’s massive workforce. Even if you work carefully and wear protective gear, you may eventually sustain a serious injury at your job. Understanding California’s workers’ compensation system is the first step in […]
Workers’ comp should work for you
Workers’ compensation is a complex system. However, the purpose is simple. The original intent was to provide workers like you a way to stand up to large, powerful businesses. Unfortunately, this system was a compromise from the very beginning. Rather than pitting an employer against an employee — a situation that almost always ending with […]
Get to know the workers compensation rating for your injury
If you have a job-related injury, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. Ratings for either a disability or an impairment tell the insurance company how your injury impacts your ability to resume work and day-to-day activities. A difference in ratings Workers’ compensation programs define “disability” as a reduced wage-earning ability because of a work-related injury or […]
What should an employer do when securing workers’ compensation?
Workers’ compensation insurance is an important aspect of business that requires your consideration as a business owner. It provides you with protection from lawsuits if you have an employee that suffers an injury while at work. Insurance Business Magazine explains that you want to check your state’s laws before you do anything. You have to be sure […]
Goals for a workers’ compensation settlement
The goals for your workers’ compensation settlement will be rather personal. What goals you have may be quite different from another worker’s goals. What you want from the settlement will depend on your injury and the anticipated recovery. For some people, the goal will be to get back to work as soon as possible, while […]
The “going and coming rule” and workers’ comp eligibility
Work-related injuries do not always happen at the actual jobsite. For example, you may suffer an injury in a workday traffic accident. The “going and coming” rule may have an impact on your ability to qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. What does this mean? About the commute The going and coming rule largely applies to […]