Although workers can suffer injuries on the job in any kind of work, some industries have more and greater hazards than others. Construction workers in California show up every day for work knowing that there is always a chance of getting hit by a heavy object,...
Year: 2022
How do I make sure I maximize workers’ compensation medical care?
For people in the Folsom area, work injuries are a common concern. Not only will they lead to lost time on the job, medical expenses and lost wages, but the person who should be focusing on their recovery could be distracted and experience the mental and emotional...
Work-related hearing loss may warrant benefits
Many Californians spend most of their adult lives working full-time jobs to pay their bills. Some people spend decades at one job or in the same field of work, doing the same type of work every day. As a result of these repetitive tasks, workers may experience...
Avoid these mistakes when filing your SSDI application
Many California residents need disability benefits to support them when they can no longer work due to a medical condition, but many of them do not get the benefits they need. According to the Social Security Administration, approximately two-thirds of initial...
Appealing a denial for disability benefits
Many claims for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits are denied the first time around. That makes understanding the appeals options all the more important for applicants seeking disability benefits. The appeals process There are several levels of appeal available...
Does drug addiction or alcoholism ruin my chances for SSDI?
Many people are reluctant to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Sometimes it’s because they don’t want to feel like they’re taking a handout; other times it’s due to the rigorous nature of the application process. You may even have specific...
Proving a Cal/OSHA violation may increase the value of your case
Being injured at work can take a toll on your life. Sure, you’ll have physical limitations while you recover from your injuries, but the financial implications of your injuries can be overwhelming, too. You might also struggle with the fact that your accident was...
Workers’ compensation: what is an independent medical review?
California’s workers’ compensation is a robust system intended to ensure that workers who are injured on the job receive the medical care they require. It includes processes designed to make that care prompt and adequate to return the worker to health. However, in...
What are the different types of workers’ compensation benefits?
Workers’ compensation benefits are meant to help workers and their families to meet their needs while they are unable to work after a workplace accident. Some of these needs include the injured person’s immediate medical care, but the benefits cover other important...
Workers’ compensation for firefighters
Firefighters in Sacramento County and throughout California work around the clock to provide help to people in need, whether it is in fire suppression, rescue and prevention efforts, or emergency medical services. The work is physically, emotionally and...