If you were hurt at work in California but are struggling to get the workers’ compensation benefits you need, we can help. Our team of California workers’ compensation attorneys understands what can go wrong with these claims and how to challenge denials and delays.
We have more than ten years of experience fighting for the compensation our clients deserve. You can count on us to roll up our sleeves, go to work, and pursue the money you need after an on-the-job injury. Call on a California injury lawyer from KJT Law Group to help with your workers’ compensation claim.
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KJT Law Group does not accept every case we receive. Instead, we carefully limit our caseload to ensure every client receives the attention they need and deserve. You will work directly with your attorney—we build and try cases ourselves and have a long-proven track record of doing so successfully.
We understand that no two cases are the same. We get to know our clients and ensure we base our legal strategies on their unique needs, concerns, and goals. You can expect to receive personalized legal support throughout this process.
Over the last ten years, we have recovered over $100 million for injured clients in California. Some of our recent settlements and verdicts include:
The clients who trust us with their cases frequently leave reviews showing their satisfaction with our representation and our attorneys. For example:
Our team handles California workers’ comp cases based on contingency. We do not ask you to pay anything until we secure benefits or recover other compensation for you. Our attorney’s fees come from the back pay we recover in the case, never from your pocket.
Contact us today to learn more and get answers to your questions during a free case consultation with our team.
Per ”Workers’ Compensation in California: A Guidebook for Injured Workers,” most employers in California must provide workers’ comp insurance coverage for injured workers. This includes anyone on their payroll, whether part-time, full-time, salaried, or seasonal. This insurance coverage, available through private companies or the State Compensation Insurance Fund, should begin the day the employee begins work for the company.
Workers’ compensation insurance is meant to provide coverage for employees hurt on the job or because of their job. To this end, benefits should be available to workers when they:
Under these rules, workers should receive benefits for a wide range of work-related or workplace-related injuries. However, the claims process and receiving workers’ compensation benefits do not always go smoothly. Sometimes, an employer or the insurance carrier will delay or deny a claim or refuse to pay the full benefits necessary.
When this occurs, our California workers’ comp lawyers know how to determine what went wrong, challenge any decisions made, and fight for the benefits you need and deserve.
When you have a workplace injury or illness, you should qualify for benefits based on your need for medical care, missed time at work, or both. In general, you could receive workers’ compensation benefits for:
Of these, the first two are the most common. Many injured workers receive the benefits due to them without a problem and return to work relatively quickly. However, some workers could have serious injuries, lasting impairments, or be unable to return to their jobs. Others have relatively minor injuries but struggle to get the benefits they deserve.
In general, injured workers should qualify for the following benefits:
Our lawyers can determine the benefits you deserve and what went wrong with your claim. Contact us as soon as you realize there is a problem so we can ensure we meet all necessary deadlines.
In theory, workers’ compensation coverage should provide a way for injured or sick employees to get immediate medical care and a portion of their usual wages while they heal and until they can return to work. However, workers navigating this process sometimes encounter significant issues related to their employer, the insurance company, or another party.
When this occurs, you could struggle to get the benefits you deserve, including the income benefits you desperately need to make ends meet during this challenging time. Some issues we see occur with our clients’ workers’ comp claims include:
As a worker, you can challenge denials, delays, and decisions through an official process involving the California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC). However, this process will not work for all issues and is often time-consuming for those who are focused on treatment and recovery from their injury or illness.
If you encounter any of these issues or other problems with your workers’ compensation claim in California, reach out to our team. We can help you determine the problem, navigate the process to appeal a denial or negotiate a fair settlement on your behalf.
Under some circumstances, California workers who are hurt on the job could also have a personal injury case against an at-fault party in addition to their workers’ compensation claim. Our California personal injury lawyer, who is familiar with workplace injury cases, could help you determine your options and pursue your case.
California law will not allow you to sue your employer, even if they acted negligently and caused your injuries. However, if another party caused your workplace injuries, you can file a case against them for compensation. This could be a vendor, contractor, visitor, or another third party.
For example, consider this example. Imagine you drive a company delivery van. If you are hurt in a collision, your company should pay your medical care and wage loss benefits through workers’ compensation. However, the at-fault driver might be held responsible for other losses, including the pain and suffering you endured.
Under CCP § 335.1, you have two years to pursue a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit in these cases. You must file your complaint in the relevant civil court before this deadline passes to ensure you retain the right to take the case to trial.
KJT Law Group provides free consultations for injured workers. You can discuss your workers’ comp claim with our team today at no cost to you or your family. Our California workers’ compensation attorney is here to help you get the benefits you deserve. Contact us to get started.
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The information on this website was written as advertising material and is intended for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.
@2024 KJT Law Group by Legal Soft
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