Learn About Workers’ Compensation Law

• Am I covered by workers’ compensation insurance?

  If you are an employee in the state of California, you are probably covered by workers’ compensation. There are some important exceptions, however.

• What if the accident was my fault?

  Workers’ compensation is a no-fault system. Unless you engaged in serious and willful misconduct, your own negligence won’t keep you from collecting workers’ compensation benefits.

• What kinds of injuries are covered by workers’ comp?

  Just about any kind of injury or illness is covered, so long as it is work-related.

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• What kinds of medical care does workers’ compensation pay for?

  Your employer is required to pay for all medical care that is reasonably related to the injury and scientifically proven to treat that injury.

• What Benefits Are Paid for Temporary Disability?

  When an injury on the job puts you out of work or keeps you from performing your old job at the same rate of pay, you can get temporary disability benefits to help make up for your lost wages.

• What Benefits Are Paid for Permanent Disability?

  If you are left with a permanent disability after your medical treatment has ended, you can continue receiving additional benefits for an extended period, or even the rest of your life.

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• What should I do after a workplace injury?

  You are entitled to compensation for your medical bills and lost wages, but you must know the rules and follow them to protect your claim.

• What is the process for filing a workers’ compensation claim?

  Getting the ball rolling on your claim starts with you, and keeping your claim moving forward requires staying on top of the claim with your employer and their workers’ comp insurance carrier.

• Can I see my own doctor?

  California workers’ compensation law allows you to predesignate your personal physician. Otherwise, you might have to choose a doctor within the employer’s network.

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