2022

How Can a Fresno Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Help Me After a Workplace Accident?

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Were you hurt on the job in the San Joaquin Valley region of California? It is imperative that you have access to the financial compensation that you need to cover medical costs, pay bills, and support your family.  A workers’ comp lawyer can make the difference—helping you navigate the process, get justice, and secure full and

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Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) Grants Injured Painter Workers’ Comp Benefits 

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According to a report from HRD California, a painter has been awarded workers’ compensation benefits after initially being denied by an employer. The ruling demonstrates that injured workers who have had their benefits denied are not out of options. You have the right to appeal a workers’ compensation denial in California. In this blog post, our Fresno

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How Do You Qualify for Permanent Disability Benefits for a Work Injury in California?

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A work injury can cause severe disruption to a person’s life. Workers’ compensation insurance exists as a form of much-needed financial protection. Injured workers in California can seek medical coverage and wage replacement benefits to aid with their physical and mental recovery. Sadly, some work-related accidents are so severe that employees are left with permanent

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How Do You Qualify for Permanent Disability Benefits for a Work Injury in California?

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A work injury can cause severe disruption to a person’s life. Workers’ compensation insurance exists as a form of much-needed financial protection. Injured workers in California can seek medical coverage and wage replacement benefits to aid with their physical and mental recovery. Sadly, some work-related accidents are so severe that employees are left with permanent

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Are Seasonal Employees Covered By Workers’ Compensation Insurance in California?

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Seasonal employment is a huge part of the American economy. A wide range of industries—from retail to agriculture to tourism—rely on the contributions of seasonal workers. The United States Department of Labor (DOL) emphasizes that the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) applies to seasonal workers. You may be wondering: Are seasonal workers covered by workers’ compensation? In California, the

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Cal/OSHA Published Official Guidance to Protect Workers From Monkeypox Exposure 

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In May of 2022, the first documented case of Monkeypox associated with the recent global outbreak was reported in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has declared Monkeypox a public health emergency. As of October 1st, approximately 5,000 cases of Monkeypox have been confirmed in California.   On September 15th, 2022, Cal/OSHA published

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California Workers’ Comp and Temporary Disability Benefits: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 

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Work injuries and illnesses remain a serious safety concern. According to data from the State of California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), 645,409 first-reports-of-injury (FROIs) were filed in the state in 2020 alone. Employees in California are protected by workers’ compensation insurance coverage. If you are forced to miss time at work due to a job-related

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Amazon Drawing Major Scrutiny After a Series of Warehouse Worker Deaths 

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Amazon is one of the largest employers in the United States, including in the San Joaquin Valley of California. Over the last few years, the company has drawn major scrutiny regarding workplace safety—especially in its warehouses. According to a report from CNET, Amazon is facing another round of inquiries following a series of worker fatalities in

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WCAB Rules No Need to Authenticate Documents Without Genuine Question

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Recently, the California Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) ruled in favor of an employee in the case of Ifonia Gelin, Applicant v. Bear Flag Marketing  Corporation, and Pegasus, Administered by Corvel  Corporation. The Board determined that California workers’ comp laws do not require authentication of the documents provided by the parties unless there is a genuine dispute regarding authenticity.

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I Was Hurt On the Job and Found Out My Employer is Uninsured: What are My Options?

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Under California Labor Code § 3700, your employer has a legal responsibility to ensure that you are covered by no-fault workers’ comp insurance. Workers’ compensation coverage will protect you in the unfortunate event that you are injured. This raises an important question: What do you do if you find out that your employer does not have workers’

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