Workers’ compensation is a system of insurance that provides benefits to employees who are injured or become ill as a result of their job. In California, workers’ compensation is mandatory for all employers, with few exceptions.
If you are injured at work, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, which can include medical expenses, income replacement, and death benefits. Workers’ compensation claims can be complex, and the claims process can be difficult to navigate.
An experienced workers’ compensation lawyer can help you obtain the benefits you are entitled to and ensure that your rights are protected.
At Pearlman, Brown & Wax, LLP, our Los Angeles workers’ compensation attorneys have more than 50 years of experience handling Workers’ Compensation cases. We have a proven track record of success in obtaining maximum benefits for our clients.
If you have been injured at work, contact us today for a free consultation. We will review your case and advise you of your legal rights and options. Call us toll-free at (818) 501-4343 or contact us online to schedule a consultation.
What are the classifications of workers' compensation cases?
There are four general classifications of workers' compensation cases:
– Workers who are injured on the job
– Workers who develop an occupational illness or disease
– Workers who are killed on the job
– Workers who are injured while performing their job duties outside of the workplace
What types of benefits am I entitled to?
The types of benefits you are entitled to will depend on the severity of your injury or illness. Benefits can include medical expenses, income replacement, death benefits, and more.
How long does a worker's compensation case take to settle?
The amount of time it takes to settle a worker's compensation case will vary depending on the facts of the case. In general, it can take several months to a year or more to reach a settlement.
What are the Workers Compensation Laws in California?
The Worker's Compensation laws in California are designed to protect workers who are injured or become ill as a result of their job. These laws require employers to provide workers with certain benefits, including medical expenses, income replacement, and death benefits.
Workers' compensation claims can be complex, and the claims process can be difficult to navigate. An experienced workers' compensation lawyer can help you obtain the benefits you are entitled to and ensure that your rights are protected.
At Pearlman, Brown & Wax, LLP, our Los Angeles employment attorneys have more than 50 years of experience handling Workers' Compensation cases.