Warehouse Injury Lawyer
Injured in a Warehouse Accident in Van Nuys?
Hussain & Gutierrez Law helps secure workers’ compensation benefits for warehouse-related injuries, including medical care and disability payments. Our experienced attorneys guide you through California’s legal process and fight for the compensation you’re owed. Call 888-997-3701 for a free consultation today.
What Are Warehouse Worker Injuries?
Warehouse environments are physically demanding and filled with safety hazards. Common injuries include:
- Back and shoulder strains from lifting heavy boxes
- Fractures and sprains from slip-and-fall accidents on warehouse floors
- Crush injuries from falling inventory or malfunctioning equipment
- Forklift and machinery accidents involving serious trauma
- Repetitive motion injuries from packaging, sorting, or scanning tasks
These injuries are covered under California Labor Code §3208 if they occur while performing job-related duties.
Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Warehouse Injuries in California
Benefit Type | Description | Legal Reference |
Medical Care | Covers doctor visits, surgeries, therapy | Labor Code §4600 |
Permanent Disability | Payments for lasting injuries per AMA Guides | Title 8 §9785 |
Vocational Rehabilitation | Job retraining for new roles | Labor Code §4658.1 |
Warehouse workers are entitled to these benefits, regardless of immigration status or job classification.
How Hussain & Gutierrez Law Helps with Warehouse Injury Claims
With decades of combined experience, our legal team knows how to handle complex warehouse injury cases.
- Judge Gutierrez, a former workers’ comp judge, understands the system inside and out
- Attorney Fakhrudeen Hussain has a successful track record representing injured workers
- We assist undocumented workers with full legal protection under California law
- Our team speaks Spanish, Sinhala, and Tamil to serve Van Nuys’s diverse workforce
- We handle everything from filing to appeals to maximize your claim
Van Nuys warehouse workers face daily exposure to serious risks:
- Heavy Lifting: Strains and hernias from lifting inventory in storage facilities
- Slip and Falls: Wet or cluttered floors causing broken bones or concussions
- Forklift Collisions: Accidents from improper operation or poor training
- Falling Objects: Head and spinal injuries from unsecured shelving or racking systems
- Equipment Malfunctions: Injuries from conveyor belts or pallet jacks
Employers are responsible for minimizing these hazards and for compensating you if you’re injured.
California law requires employers to protect warehouse workers and provide compensation for injuries:
- Labor Code §3600 – Covers injuries arising in the course of employment
- Labor Code §4600 – Guarantees necessary medical treatment
- Title 8, §6400 (Cal/OSHA) – Establishes general workplace safety standards
- Labor Code §1171.5 – Protects the rights of undocumented workers to receive workers’ comp
Even if your employer is uninsured or disputes your claim, you still have legal rights.
Not all warehouse injuries happen in an instant. Some develop gradually over weeks or months due to repeated motion or overuse. These are called repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) and are common among warehouse workers who:
- Continuously lift or move packages
- Use scanning devices or barcode guns
- Operate vibrating machinery
- Perform the same motions for extended shifts
Examples of RSIs include tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, rotator cuff injuries, and chronic back pain. While these injuries may seem less urgent than a fall or fracture, they can be just as debilitating and often require long-term treatment or job reassignment.
If you’re dealing with ongoing pain or reduced mobility from warehouse work, you may still be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits—even if there was no specific “accident.” Hussain & Gutierrez Law helps prove cumulative trauma claims and secure the care and compensation you need.
After getting hurt on the job, the steps you take can significantly impact your ability to receive full benefits. If you were injured in a warehouse setting, follow these steps:
- Report the Injury: Notify your supervisor immediately—California law requires injury reports within 30 days.
- Seek Medical Attention: Get treatment from an approved medical provider or request a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME).
- Document Everything: Keep records of your injury, medical visits, time off work, and communication with your employer.
- Consult a Lawyer: Warehouse claims often face denials or delays. An attorney can protect your rights and maximize your settlement.
Hussain & Gutierrez Law is ready to assist you from the start. Our team handles paperwork, deadlines, negotiations, and appeals, allowing you to focus on recovery. Call 888-997-3701 today.
Why Choose Hussain & Gutierrez Law?
We’ve helped countless warehouse workers in Van Nuys secure the benefits they deserve. Whether your injury is recent or your claim was denied, we can help.
- Former workers’ comp judge on staff
- Over three decades of legal experience
- No recovery, no fee
- Multilingual support
- Free consultations
Call 888-997-3701 today or contact us online to schedule a free case review.
Have a question? Ask our
warehouse accident lawyer
Yes. Labor Code §1171.5 ensures undocumented workers have full access to workers’ compensation benefits.
Compensation is based on your impairment rating from the AMA Guides, adjusted by your occupation and age (Title 8, §9785).
Injuries include back strains, forklift accidents, slips and falls, falling objects, and machinery-related trauma.
Yes. A workers’ comp lawyer helps handle claim denials, disputes, and medical evaluations to get you full benefits.
You must report the injury within 30 days and file a claim within 1 year under Labor Code §5405.
