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Workers’ Compensation is a type of business insurance that alleviates the financial burden of injuries and disability caused by either one tragic event or repeated exposure at work. If you have been injured in a single event, such as a fall or being in a car accident while working or even becoming burned by a chemical splash, or if you have been injured from repeated exposure, then your employer is required by law to pay out workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits vary from state to state, so it is crucial to speak with an attorney in the jurisdiction where you were injured. Workers’ Compensation enables the injured worker to receive either temporary or long-term disability benefits.
Due to the dangerous nature of certain types of work, some different accidents and injuries can be covered under workers’ compensation, including:
Workers compensation statistics help agencies to understand critical areas and problems that affect California workers. A claim represents each employee or survivor that filed for benefits, meaning that there may be multiple claims for a case.
As of August 2021, there were 13,590 claims filed in California and 10,818 cases. Of the over 13,000 applications filed, 5,592 claims have been denied, and 4,222 cases have been dismissed. California has paid out $662,640,221 in total compensation for worker’s compensation claims, including medical bills. The state Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) discovered that between January 2020 and June 2021, COVID surpassed transportation incidents as the number one cause of job-related fatalities claimed in California.
Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld has over 60 years of experience fighting for workers who have been injured on the job and need assistance with their application or representation in front of an appeals board.
Worker’s Compensation insurance covers:
If you’ve had an accident or sustained an injury while at work, there are steps you can take.
Call Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld at (661) 846-2270 with your specific questions if you need additional information from a workers’ compensation attorney. You can also contact us here.
It is possible to receive Workers Compensation benefits if you have been injured from home. For example, carpal tunnel syndrome is an illness that develops over time that one can develop while working remotely.
Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld understands that this is a very scary time for members of high-risk populations. These requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. They may require a letter from your position physician supporting their professional opinion on why your current level of care needs to be continued even if you have not been seen during an in-person appointment. The Bakersfield lawyers at Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld diligently review changes to procedures as they come down from the different agencies involved in worker’s compensation cases. If you have any questions about how the ongoing pandemic affects your case and care, give us a call at (661) 846-2270 or contact us so we can advise you on your unique circumstances.
Requirements vary from state to state, but California law requires all employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance. There are no exceptions for part-time employees as well as seasonal workers. Green card holders and undocumented workers are also eligible to receive worker’s compensation benefits in California. However, you should speak with an attorney at Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld because there are restrictions on benefits for undocumented workers who suffer an injury.
The attorneys at Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld have handled thousands of claims for workers who have been injured on the job, just like you. Not only do we understand the law, but we understand how injuries can affect your family life, your quality of life, and your financial health. Our law firm has handled numerous claims, including those that have resulted in injuries from:
When you have sought medical care for your personal injury related to your job and need professional legal advice to get the financial compensation you deserve, call our law firm at (661) 846-2270 or contact us here. Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld offers a free consultation to injured workers who want to know their rights under the law in Bakersfield and Kern County.
