Blog Posts in 2016

Recovering Workers' Compensation for Workplace Violence in Orange County

Workers' safety or lack thereof is the primary point of discussion in workers' compensation cases. Working in nearly any industry holds certain risks, but your employer is expected to look out for your health and safety, especially in regards to any known hazards associated with your job function. This includes taking precautions in their hiring process and working to prevent unnecessary violence ...

How Social Media Can Be Used in Workers' Compensation Claims

Being injured on the job is a very stressful experience, especially if you are unable to work or perform everyday activities. If you are in the middle of a workers' compensation claim, it is important to understand that there are a variety of factors that can impact your claim. In the past, some companies would hire investigators to follow employees who claimed they were injured to gather evidence ...

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in the Workplace

One of the most common and most debilitating workplace injuries is not caused by one catastrophic event but hours upon hours of repetitive motions instead. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), a cumulative trauma disorder, affects millions of Americans each year. While the causes may vary, the general consensus is that carpal tunnel syndrome most often affects workers who perform intricate manual tasks ...

What Do I Do If I Get Injured At A Temporary Job?

Which Employer Is Responsible for Workers' Compensation? In the State of California, most temporary agencies carry workers’ compensation insurance for any injuries that occur by one of their employers no matter what the job site or assignment is. However, if the temporary agent does not have workers’ compensation insurance, the location and employer of that location will be responsible for ...