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The Bureau of Labor Statistics shows reports of over two million workplace injuries per year. Many of those injuries take place in foodservice. As we're all aware, some of the worst injuries take place when we least expect it and can leave individuals and their families in need of medical care they cannot afford. Injuries are fairly common among restaurant…Read More

Most workers compensation claims have clear-cut injuries or illnesses that can be easily diagnosed and proven with a bit of medical help and a good attorney in some cases. The process in California typically requires the employee to file the claim with their insurance company and then collect the benefits that have been established in the employer's policy. But there…Read More

Have you been in an accident at work performing your regular work duties, such as a slip and fall? If so, you might be wondering if you should file a workers’ compensation or personal injury claim. While most workers assume they can only file a workers’ compensation claim after a work injury, there might be times when you may file…Read More

If you sustained an injury or illness through your regular work requirements, filing a workers’ compensation claim may help offset the financial burden of an accident or sickness. However, accident victims must know that filing a workers’ compensation claim can be complex and confusing. Making these five mistakes may result in a business or insurance company denying your claim.  Working…Read More

Every year, hundreds of people sustain workplace injuries or illnesses. To protect employees, California mandates all employers provide workers’ compensation insurance coverage. Through the program, injured workers can collect compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other economic damages. Employees seeking workers’ compensation should also know that if they receive this insurance, they may not be able to file a…Read More

Workers’ compensation benefits are available to employees who sustained a work-related injury or illness, and California companies must have these benefits available. If you received workers’ compensation benefits in California, you might be wondering whether you have to report these benefits on your taxes and if the compensation is taxable. While you should report these benefits, it is typically not…Read More

Insurance companies deny workers’ compensation benefits every day. When this happens, you may be left to pay for medical care out of pocket, putting you in a grave financial situation. At the KCNS Law Group, our attorneys provide robust legal representation to those seeking workers’ compensation benefits in California. We will also help you understand why an insurer or employer…Read More

Workers’ compensation benefits are to help employees who sustained a work-related injury or illness. Many accident victims wonder whether there is a maximum amount of compensation or limits to what treatments they can pursue. Generally, there is no cap on workers’ compensation medical benefits in California as long as you are receiving necessary medical care.  Workers’ compensation benefits can be…Read More

Workplace injuries can happen in any field or environment. Whether you are working in an office, on a construction site, at a pharmacy, or in a factory, serious injuries can occur if the workplace is not up to certain safety standards. Regardless of where you are employed, you can be subject to accidents on the job. When this happens, you…Read More

After experiencing an accident in the workplace, many employees rely on the compensation provided by their employer’s insurance company to get the medication and treatment they need. This financial assistance is often crucial for injured workers to pay off their medical bills, but it is also vital for anyone who has experienced a loss of wages as a result of…Read More