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The Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) provides financial assistance to employees who sustain work-related injuries that combine with pre-existing disabilities to create a more significant disability. This program aims to encourage the hiring of workers...
Most California workers who sustain work injuries eventually recover. They return to their work and move on with their lives. Permanent disability is rare, but some people suddenly become incapable of working as they once did due to medical challenges. Workers who...
If you get injured at work in California, you may be eligible for workers' compensation temporary benefits. These benefits provide financial support while you recover from your injury and are unable to work. Understanding how temporary benefits work can help you...
Unfortunately, many people think that workers are the ones who usually commit workers’ compensation fraud. Some outlets spread stories about fake injuries or exaggerated claims that lead to higher costs for businesses and insurance companies. In reality, employers...
In California, the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board plays an important role in resolving disputes between employees and employers concerning workers' compensation claims. Understanding the function and importance of the WCAB can help employees navigate the...
If you get injured on the job in California and receive workers' compensation benefits, you may be eligible for a Return to Work Supplement. This program, administered by the state, provides additional financial support to help you transition back into the workforce...
Being involved in a work-related incident can be exceedingly stressful, and it might not be uncommon for many injured workers to be uncertain of how best to handle the situation. While knowing the next steps to take after such an incident can be vital to protecting...
California workers can end up with an injury on the job, no matter what line of work they are in. If you are ever injured while at work, you may worry about how you’ll afford to pay for your expenses, especially if your injury requires you to take leave from work for...
While even a single incident at work could pose a dire threat to your health, it may be helpful to know that this might not be the only way workplace injuries occur. Sometimes, the tasks you perform at work could place a significant strain on various parts of your...
A workplace accident could occur at virtually any moment, and the fallout of such an incident could leave you facing various hardships in life. Although the injuries you suffer during the incident may heal with treatment and time, you might have concerns about your...