Workplace injury

When an employee sustains a workplace-related injury, many hurdles can interfere with their recovery and ability to return to work. California's workers' compensation system is implemented to help some workers by ensuring their medical benefits and a portion of their lost wages are paid. Every organization in California must offer workers' comp benefits to protect workers at risk of injuries…Read More

According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), approximately 22 million workers are exposed to hazardous noise at work each year in the United States. This exposure can lead to workplace-related hearing loss, a condition significantly impacting a person's quality of life. If you are a California resident suffering hearing loss due to an accident in the…Read More

If you are dealing with a workplace illness or injury due to unsafe work conditions, you may be entitled to compensation.  Even if you haven't suffered with either of these but still feel that your work environment isn't safe, you'll want to notify your employer of the unsafe conditions or hazards. Then, if they fail to remedy the situation, you…Read More

Each year, thousands of employees are injured or die due to workplace-related accidents. In fact, in 2020 alone, 4,764 employees died on the job, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Many more individuals are being exposed to unhealthy environments that lead to severe illnesses years later. But when does a worker have the right to refuse dangerous work? …Read More

Workplace injuries include more than just physical injuries. It is entirely possible to have mental injuries as well. They are more challenging to prove than physical injuries, but you can make claims for them. If you need to make a mental health injury claim for your employer, you may want legal help first. Proving mental health injuries can be complex,…Read More

Workplace injuries are challenging, especially when they stop you from working. The financial hardships that follow can be a lot to deal with on your own. However, you may be entitled to compensation from your employer that can help you survive these hard times.  You may need the assistance of a law firm like KCNS Law Group to help you…Read More

No matter where you work, it is possible to develop carpal tunnel syndrome. While it can be treated, a condition like carpal tunnel syndrome can significantly impact an employee’s life. In fact, severe cases can stop people from working entirely. If you are experiencing problems with carpal tunnel, seek medical attention. Then, seek legal assistance to determine your options for…Read More

In theory, workers' compensation is in place to provide the medical treatment that injured employees need to heal from their injury and return to work. Unfortunately, some types of injuries result in permanent physical disabilities, rendering the employee unable to perform the tasks required for their job. In fact, some injuries can even result in the inability for the sufferer…Read More

Temporary total disability (TTD) is a form of benefits through California's workers' compensation program that injured workers may qualify for. If you qualify to get TTD benefits, you're likely experiencing the financial burden of being out of work for an extended time period, and collecting workers' comp payments may be vital for the financial stability of your family. California's workers'…Read More

Having a hernia is not an uncommon experience. In fact, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) estimates that more than one million hernia repair surgeries are performed across the country each year, with a large portion of these surgeries performed for inguinal hernias, which occur in the inner groin area, when the intestines protrude through the lower abdominal wall.…Read More