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Wage theft refers to situations where employers fail to pay workers what they have rightfully earned. This problem undermines the stability of hard-working individuals and their families. It strips away the dignity that comes from an honest day’s work. Common forms of...
Medical inflation makes workers' compensation more expensive. As healthcare costs keep going up, employers and insurance companies have to pay more to cover workplace injuries. Knowing how medical inflation works can help businesses find ways to control these costs....
If you get injured at work in California, workers' compensation can help cover medical expenses and lost wages. Understanding the workers' compensation process will help you know what steps to take to get the benefits you deserve. Report the injury The first step in...
Workplace protections for LGBTQ+ employees have gotten much better over the years, but challenges are still there. Recent changes aim to stop discrimination and make workplaces more welcoming for everyone. Expanding legal protections Many countries and states have...
Workers in California who get injured on the job may qualify for disability benefits. These benefits help replace lost wages while the worker recovers. Workers’ compensation offers two types of disability benefits: temporary and permanent. Understanding the...
Many people work seasonal or part-time jobs, and workplace injuries can happen in any role. You might wonder whether you qualify for workers' compensation if you get hurt. Who qualifies for workers' compensation? Workers' compensation covers most employees, including...
California’s agricultural workers face long hours under the sun, especially during peak growing and harvesting seasons. When temperatures spike, the risk of heat-related illnesses becomes a serious concern. Protecting yourself from these dangers is important, but so...
You may have a right to petition to reopen your workers' compensation case if your condition related to your workers' compensation injuries results in "new and further" disability. If you resolved your workers’ compensation by Stipulation with a lifetime medical...
As remote work becomes more common, it's crucial to understand workers' compensation. The same laws that apply in an office also cover home-based employees. This means you are eligible for benefits if you get hurt while doing your job at home. These benefits cover...
California is an "at-will" employment state. This means that employers and employees can terminate employment at any time, with or without either cause or notice. However, there are a few exceptions to this general rule that residents should be aware of. Understanding...
