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After sustaining injuries in a workplace accident, your medical care is a top priority. It’s important that you feel comfortable with the medical professional who treats you, and having a pleasant medical experience is essential for your recovery. If you have suffered a workplace injury in California, you can choose your own doctor, but only under certain circumstances. We understand…Read More

After being injured at work through no fault of your own, it’s important to file a workers’ compensation claim as soon as you can. When filing your claim, you may wonder what happens if your employer is at fault for your injuries. California law states claims should be handled exclusively within the workers’ compensation system, so generally, employees cannot sue…Read More

After sustaining injuries in a workplace accident, figuring out what to do next can be stressful. You may be worried about seeing a doctor and avoid seeking treatment for your injuries. Even if you think your injuries will go away on their own, not seeking medical attention after a workplace injury could affect your workers' compensation claim. At KCNS Law…Read More

Many people submit short-term and long-term disability claims independently without consulting or hiring an attorney to assist them. However, Disability Benefits Help recommends hiring an attorney to assist you throughout the entire process. Social Security Disability is an essential resource for many people who are unable to work because of their disability. Unfortunately, the application process for SSD is complicated,…Read More

If you’re injured on the job and your employer has the means to protect you, you may have the right to file for workers’ compensation. Some employees, however, are reluctant to take advantage of the recovery funds their employers may have at their disposal. Concerns about future employability can drive injured parties to pay their bills alone. California employers cannot…Read More

While every workplace in California is required to be up to OSHA standards, there is still a chance you may fall victim to an accident. If you want to get ahead of workplace injuries, you can learn more about the common causes of workplace injuries in the Golden State. You do have legal options if you fall victim to a…Read More

In an ideal world, you’ll never have to fear discrimination in a job interview. Unfortunately, some employers actively prevent certain individuals of different races, genders, sexualities, and ability from working for them. Other employers may not be aware of their discrimination, even as they engage in it. While some forms of interview discrimination may be obvious, others may slip past…Read More

Toeing the line between disclosing information about your private life and being honest about a disability can be challenging, particularly when you’re pursuing a job. There are some cases in which it may behoove you to disclose that you have a disability. In other situations, you may prefer to keep this knowledge to yourself. What specific elements should you consider…Read More

Every employee deserves to feel safe when they walk into work each day. Unfortunately, even in work environments like office buildings that are seemingly safe, injuries may still occur. While most people assume that employees may only suffer physical injuries, it is just as common for workers to suffer emotional injuries while on the job. While the emotional injuries suffered…Read More

During the past several years, the discussion of mental health, and specifically mental health at the workplace, has come to the forefront of conversation in society. In the United States, workers are taking a stand for their mental health and how their workplace may be affecting that. If you have suffered psychological workplace injuries, you have the right to file…Read More