Thursday, December 11, 2014

What To Do When Faced With A Denial Of Treatment Related To A Workers’ Compensation Benefits

What To Do When Faced With A Denial Of Treatment Related To A Workers’ Compensation Benefits Claim
If an employee is injured on the job, a doctor will prescribe a certain course of treatment after conducting a medical evaluation. This may include any combination of prescription or

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Saturday, November 8, 2014

Understanding Permanent Disabilities Under California’s Workers’ Compensation System

Permanent Disabilities Under California’s Workers’ Compensation System
Injuries are an unfortunate part of workplace life. In employment requiring physical labor or vehicle operation, especially, employees may get hurt on the job. Some injuries are temporary, while others may be permanent.

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Understanding Temporary Disability Benefits Under California’s Workers’ Compensation System

Temporary Disability Benefits Under California’s Workers’ Compensation Law
When the unfortunate event of injury occurs at work, California’s workers’ compensation system acts to protect employees. After an injury, an employee may file a claim seeking benefits to recover compensation for

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Friday, November 7, 2014

The Difference Between Accidents And Intentional Acts In The Workplace

Accidents And Intentional Acts In The Workplace

Injuries are an unfortunate reality in the workplace. Most of the time these injuries are the result of workplace accidents. Sometimes, however, an injury is caused by the intentional act of a coworker. Even if the injury suffered is the same,

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When A Workplace Injury Is Psychological Rather Than Physical

When A Workplace Injury Is Psychological Rather Than Physical

When one thinks of workplace injuries, the most common ones to come to mind are car and truck accidents, falls, and accidents related to lifting or moving objects. Such physical injuries are, however, not the only ones

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Whether Or Not To Settle A Workers’ Compensation Claim In California

Whether Or Not To Settle A Workers’ Compensation Claim In California

In a dispute over workers’ compensation benefits in California, it can sometimes be advantageous to all parties to settle.

A Stipulation Is One Form Of Settlement In Disputes Over Workers’ Compensation Benefits In

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Thursday, November 6, 2014

Understanding the Basics of Workers’ Compensation in California

The Basics of Workers’ Compensation in California

Workers’ compensation exists to protect employees who are injured while on the job. For delivery drivers, a common work-related accident is a car or truck accident. For employees in a warehouse or plant, the lifting or moving of an

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