When people think about workers’ compensation claims, they often picture physical injuries such as broken bones, back injuries, or strains. However, workplace conditions can also contribute to emotional and psychological injuries. Employees who experience significant workplace stress, trauma, harassment, or other job-related circumstances may have questions about whether they could qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. For employees in Santa Clarita ...

If you’ve been injured on the job in California, the state can help you — you are not alone in your struggles. The Golden State has a robust workers’ compensation system in place to help you get back on your feet. From medical care to wage replacement and more, California’s workers’ compensation system is designed to support you every step ...

As anyone who has ever worked on someone else’s roof knows, the risk of falling off or being injured in some other way while performing this kind of work is high. If you get hurt while working on someone else’s roof, make sure you know your rights as an employee, how to seek compensation and what to do to find ...

If your employer’s investigation into your injury leads them to determine that they are not liable, your workers’ compensation claim could be denied. Some employers may also deny valid claims because they don’t want their premiums to go up, so they’ll fabricate a defense and hope you don’t challenge it. If this happens, you have the right to file a ...