Workers’ Comp

Estimated reading time: 14 minutes Key Takeaways Recent reports show the Brock Purdy injury is a turf toe (metatarsophalangeal joint sprain) that sidelined him for weeks before a full practice designation returned him to action. Athlete return-to-play decisions mirror “return-to-work” choices for injured employees: diagnosis, conservative care, functional testing, and safe, staged activity matter. California […]

Estimated reading time: 18 minutes Key Takeaways A workers comp natural disaster injury is generally covered if the injury arises out of and occurs in the course of employment, including during employer-ordered evacuations. Act fast: get medical care, notify your supervisor in writing, preserve evidence, and document every cost and restriction—deadlines can be short. Benefits

Estimated reading time: 18–22 minutes Key Takeaways If you were injured by faulty workplace equipment, act fast: get medical care, report the incident, preserve the machine, and document everything with photos, witnesses, and logs. An equipment malfunction injury report should capture who, what, when, where, and how—plus machine identifiers, maintenance status, safety devices, witness statements,

Estimated reading time: 17 minutes Key Takeaways Being denied promotion because you filed a workers’ comp claim or are recovering from a work injury can violate anti-retaliation and disability discrimination laws; a fact-specific review is required. Employers may lawfully deny a promotion for documented, legitimate reasons (e.g., job qualifications, performance, or restructuring) unrelated to your

Estimated reading time: 16 minutes Key Takeaways You may receive workers’ compensation for burnout, chronic fatigue, or psychological fatigue if a qualified clinician diagnoses a covered condition and work is the predominant cause, backed by objective medical and workplace evidence. California requires stricter proof for mental-only claims: diagnosis by a licensed psychiatrist or psychologist, more

Estimated reading time: 16 minutes Key Takeaways A job abandonment accusation after work injury is usually a policy-based claim that you failed to report or return without notice; it’s not a uniform legal term and varies by employer policy. Workers’ compensation, FMLA, ADA, and state laws can overlap to protect medically necessary absences; when followed

Estimated reading time: 18 minutes Key Takeaways Damar Hamlin’s on-field medical crisis was a rare commotio cordis event—an abrupt cardiac arrest after chest impact—that underscores why rapid CPR, AED access, and rehearsed emergency plans save lives. Recovery from a high-profile injury doesn’t end at discharge. Player updates in 2025 (including a separate pectoral injury/IR stint)

Estimated reading time: 18 minutes Key Takeaways Assistive device workers comp reimbursement usually covers medically necessary crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, and braces when properly prescribed, documented, and authorized. Rules vary by state and insurer, but strong documentation and proper HCPCS/L-coding are the fastest path to approval. Durable medical equipment approval WC follows a predictable workflow: physician

Estimated reading time: 22–28 minutes Key Takeaways A drug reaction workers comp claim can be compensable when the reaction is caused by medication prescribed for a compensable work injury and taken as directed. Strong proof of causation comes from medical records, treating physician opinions, pharmacy logs, a clear timeline, and, where needed, toxicology. Insurers often

Estimated reading time: 16 minutes Jump to Checklist • Evidence to Collect • Attorney Guidance • FAQ Key Takeaways Cal/OSHA and workers’ compensation are separate systems: Cal/OSHA enforces safety; workers’ comp pays benefits. Findings from one can influence the other. A Cal/OSHA citation strengthens enhanced claims, including Serious & Willful Misconduct (potential 50% increase) and