If you have been hurt on the job, it is important to know what you can expect from your employer. The State of California Department of Industrial Relations informs the public about what to do in the event of a workplace injury. In addition, experts at the Law Offices of Hussain & Gutierrez have assisted numerous individuals in navigating the complex world of workers’ compensation litigation.
The DIR helps workers recognize incidents that may require compensation. Examples they give include chemical burns, back injuries and damage from repeated motions. If you feel negative psychological effects of a traumatic on-the-job event, it is important to note those may not always receive the same attention as physical injuries.
Benefits the DIR outlines begin with those related to medical care. Workers’ compensation may cover treatment costs, doctor visits and needed prescriptions as well as income for lost wages if you are unable to return to work right away. If your inability to return to work becomes permanent, the benefits may extend beyond temporary coverage of lost income.
Another perhaps lesser-known advantage of workers’ compensation is the potential for retraining should you be unable to continue in your previous role. Stipulations for making the most of the skill enhancement provision include the limitation of a permanent disability. Your employer must be unable or unwilling to keep you in the position you held prior to the accident, due to the prolonged impairment you are experiencing.
Finally, if an on-the-job incident proves to be fatal, companies may compensate your dependent family members. To learn more about how workers’ compensation benefits employees who have suffered injuries in the workplace, visit our webpage.
