A fall from a ladder, a blow from a falling object, or a crash in a company vehicle can cause a brain injury in seconds. The effects can last a long time. Below, we explain how traumatic brain injury workers comp claims work in California, what benefits you can receive, and when you may also have a lawsuit against someone
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A work injury can leave you out of work and short on money fast. Many injured workers then ask whether they can collect workers comp and disability at the same time. Below, we explain how California workers comp and disability benefits fit together, when you can get both, and what happens when your claim is delayed or denied. Can You
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Losing a family member because of someone else's carelessness is devastating, and the legal questions often arrive at the worst possible time. This article explains who can file a wrongful death claim in California. It also covers how the family shares one case and what changes when the death happened at work. Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in
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California workers’ compensation provides benefits to employees who are injured or become ill because of their work. It is generally a no-fault system, meaning you typically do not have to prove that your employer was at fault to receive benefits. The process usually begins by reporting the injury to your employer and completing a DWC-1 claim form. Depending on your
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No. Workers' compensation benefits are generally not taxable in California, at either the state or the federal level. Benefits paid for a job-related injury or illness, including medical care, temporary and permanent disability, and death benefits, are normally excluded from income. You do not report them on your tax return. The main exception involves Social Security disability, explained below. Are
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In California, temporary disability benefits generally pay two-thirds of the wages an injured worker loses while unable to work, subject to minimum and maximum weekly rates. For injuries occurring in 2026, the minimum temporary total disability rate is $264.61 per week and the maximum is $1,764.11 per week. The amount you may receive depends on your pre-injury earnings, the type
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Slip and fall accidents at work are one of the leading causes of workplace injuries, often resulting in serious harm and financial burdens. If you’ve been injured in a workplace slip and fall, you may be entitled to compensation through workers’ compensation. At Abramson Labor Group, we help employees navigate their rights after workplace injuries, ensuring they receive the justice
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