Huntington Park Workplace Injury Attorney
Huntington Park Workplace Injury Lawyer
A work-related injury can be a stressful event that requires a protracted recuperation period. Sadly, occupational injuries can happen in any workplace, regardless of how dangerous the job is. However, there are options for you to facilitate a quicker recovery if you have been hurt at work. A Huntington Park workplace injury attorney can help.
Why Choose Diefer Law Group, P.C.?
Diefer Law Group, P.C., represents clients in workers’ compensation, family law, and employment law with over 60 years of combined experience. We have a history of helping our clients obtain more than $100,000,000 in compensation. Our dedicated lawyers offer straightforward communication, case-specific solutions, and personalized attention.
We can strengthen your case and demonstrate genuine concern for your outcome by utilizing a collaborative team approach. To ensure that you receive the justice you are entitled to, Diefer Law Group, P.C., can defend you both inside and outside the courts.
Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses
Many types of injuries and illnesses can happen at work. Injuries can occur in low-risk settings, such as sitting at an office desk, but they can also occur in high-risk occupations, like construction. Typical work-related injuries include the following:
- Back injuries can result from doing repetitive back-stressing tasks or from straining the back when carrying heavy objects.
- Strains that are repetitive in nature may result from doing the same movement over time.
- Severe cuts can happen when anything sharp comes into close contact with you.
- Head injuries can result from being struck by things in the head.
- Burns are a possible result of exposure to high temperatures, chemicals, and electrical sources.
- Sprains may happen when one exerts too much energy while performing different jobs.
- Fractures can result from falls or other severe injuries to the body, like being struck by a large piece of machinery.
- One of the most severe injuries, amputations, may result from being struck by large, heavy objects or tools.
A person may contract some illnesses as a result of their job. Among these are:
- Mental health issues include PTSD brought on by a traumatic experience as well as stress and anxiety brought on by pressures at work.
- Infections may result from coming into contact with tainted materials.
- Severe temperature-related illnesses can also happen. For example, severe heat can cause exhaustion, and extreme cold can cause frostbite.
- Irritating substances can result in skin disorders, like eczema.
- Dust or strong chemicals can induce respiratory illnesses, including asthma.
- Cancer is a disease that can be brought on by exposure to specific substances or other materials, like asbestos.
Workers’ compensation payments may be applicable to several illnesses and injuries. They cover medical bills, missed income, and rehabilitation expenditures to speed up recovery and allow for a return to work.
Liability for Workplace Injuries
Workers’ compensation is typically the only available remedy for injured workers. As a result, an employee’s negligence usually has no effect on their eligibility for benefits. For example, if an employee mishandles a machine and gets wounded, their workers’ compensation benefits won’t be reduced due to their own negligence.
Not every situation lends itself to this generalization. In certain jurisdictions, an injured worker may not be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits if one of the following circumstances occurs.
- Injuries sustained while not working. It is likely that you will not be qualified for benefits if you were hurt while not working. This includes getting hurt while away from the office for a lunch break when workers usually are not officially working.
- Deliberate injury to oneself. If you intentionally harm yourself, you run the danger of having your benefits reduced or being ineligible for any workers’ compensation benefits at all.
- Injuries sustained when breaking the law. You probably won’t be able to receive benefits if you were hurt while committing a crime at work. For example, you might not be eligible for benefits if you were in the process of stealing goods from a work closet and tripped and fell while doing so.
FAQs
Q: Can I Sue My Employer for a Workplace Injury in California?
A: Generally, you cannot file a claim against your employer for a workplace injury. Workers’ compensation insurance, which is provided by your employer, is usually available for workers who have been injured while performing job duties. There may be exceptions to this rule, such as a third party contributing to these injuries or if your employer caused intentional harm.
Q: Can I Quit My Job While on Workers’ Comp in California?
A: In California, you can resign from your position while receiving workers’ compensation. However, your benefits, like wage replacement, may be affected if you depart. Even though you still have the right to medical care for your work-related injury, it’s a good idea to speak with a workers’ compensation lawyer to fully grasp the implications and make sure that your benefits and rights are protected and in place.
Q: Can I Lose My Health Insurance While on Workers’ Comp in California?
A: It is possible to lose your health insurance while on workers’ comp in California. However, there are stipulations surrounding this. Your employer is not allowed to cancel your health insurance out of retaliation, but they can legally cancel it under certain circumstances, including:
- You are not making payments.
- Your employer is struggling financially.
- A clause in your contract outlines their right to do so.
Q: Does Workers’ Comp Pay for Lost Wages in California?
A: Up to a state-mandated level, workers’ compensation in California reimburses lost wages in the form of temporary disability benefits, typically equal to two-thirds of your average weekly wage. If your injury keeps you from working for longer than three days, you are eligible for these benefits. In addition, if your handicap is long-lasting, you can be eligible for permanent disability compensation.
Contact Diefer Law Group, P.C., Today
The legal team at Diefer Law Group, P.C., can assist you in the aftermath if you were hurt at work. We can investigate your potential for further damages, in addition to workers’ compensation, to which you might be entitled. You don’t have to navigate the process alone. Contact us today to get started.
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