Workers' compensation law was introduced in the US in 1908. The aim of the law is to ease the financial burden of workers injured at the workplace. An injury can create great financial difficulties for the injured worker as well as the dependent family members. In such a situation, the workers' compensation law helps in relieving the financial burden of the injured worker.
In this article, we will shed light on the important aspects of the workers' compensation law. You will know where it applies and how to maximize the compensation benefits in case of a work injury.
Workers' compensation law relates to the monetary assistance provided to workers for a work injury. The objective of the law is to lessen the financial burden on the injured worker while recovering from the injury. The financial assistance can be a huge help for the injured workers to get on their feet quickly after an injury.
Keep in mind that workers' compensation law does not apply in every situation. A worker is entitled to compensation only if the injury happened at the work site or while performing a job-related work. In case a worker gets injured in a car accident or attending an event during the weekend, the workers' compensation law does not apply. On the other hand, if the worker gets injured after falling from the stairs or the scaffolding fell on the head, the workers' compensation law applies.
Litigation sometimes takes place when there is a confusion regarding whether the injury occurred at the workplace. In such a case, you should enlist the help of a dedicated workers' compensation attorney. The attorney will ensure that your rights are not abused, and that you get the compensation payment that you deserve.
The workers' compensation plan provides coverage of fees related to the treatment of the injuries that happened at the workplace. In some cases, the workers also receive payments equivalent to sick leave pay when on a medical leave. Also, in the unfortunate case a worker dies because of an accident at the workplace, the compensation payment is given to the dependents.
Keep in mind that workers' compensation is different from unemployment income and disability insurance. Workers' compensation law applies only when the worker gets injured or dies during at the workplace. However, the unemployment income and disability insurance are paid regardless of whether the injury occurs within or outside the workplace.
Getting the help of an attorney will smooth the process of obtaining compensation for the work injury. In case you have been injured at the workplace, you should contact Attorney Albert E Hirst by calling (909) 885-7190. We have been serving San Bernardino, Hemet, Inland Empire and surrounding areas with complete integrity and professionalism for more than three decades.
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