Step-by-step guide to getting your compensation
Making a workers’ compensation claim, especially if you’re facing an injury or illness that affects your ability to work, can be a complex and overwhelming process. For many, this is unfamiliar and makes an already difficult time feel confused and stressed. To get the compensation you deserve and protect your employment rights, it’s important to […]
Invisible Injuries: Workplace Stress and Anxiety
Not all injuries in the workplace are visible to the naked eye. While physical injuries, such as broken bones or sprains, are immediately apparent, stress and anxiety are often hidden beneath the surface. These problems, caused by constant demands, tight deadlines, and a hostile work environment, can severely affect employees’ mental and physical health. As […]
How does workers’ compensation law protect you?
California’s workers’ compensation law is designed to protect workers who suffer employment-related injuries or illnesses. This law ensures that affected employees receive the assistance they need to cover medical expenses, lost wages and, in some cases, compensation for permanent disabilities. Coverage One of the main protections offered by the compensation law is coverage for medical […]
Differences between traumatic injuries and occupational diseases
Traumatic injuries Traumatic injuries result from a specific event or accident at work, such as a fall, a blow from heavy machinery, or a traffic accident during the workday. These events occur suddenly and are usually apparent at the time of the event, making them easy to identify and treat immediately. Occupational diseases On the […]
Neurological injuries at work
Neurological injuries may go unnoticed in the work environment, but their consequences are severe and long-lasting. At Julie O Legal, we understand the complexity of these injuries and are here to help you get the compensation you deserve. What are neurological injuries? Neurological injuries are damages that affect the brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves. […]
Stress-Induced Injuries
At Julie O Legal, we understand that work-related stress can have severe consequences for both physical and mental health. What Are Stress-Induced Injuries? Stress-induced injuries refer to health problems that result from prolonged exposure to stressful situations in the workplace. These can include physical disorders such as cardiovascular diseases, as well as psychological issues like […]
Injuries from Biological Hazards in the Workplace
We know biological hazard injuries at work can be physically and economically devastating. What are Biological Hazard Injuries? Biological hazard injuries result from exposure to biological agents such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, or parasites. How Do Biological Hazard Injuries Occur? Biological hazard injuries occur when workers come into contact with biological agents in their work […]
Heat Exposure Injuries
Summer in California can be relentless, posing a significant health risk to workers who labor outdoors or in poorly ventilated environments. Heat exposure injuries are a reality for many workers, and knowing your rights and how to obtain the compensation you deserve is essential. What Are They and Who Is Most at Risk? Heat exposure […]
Back Injuries from Lifting Objects at Work
Back injuries are one of the most common causes of pain and disability in the workplace. In California, workers injured by lifting heavy objects on the job may be entitled to workers’ compensation. How Do Back Injuries Occur? Back injuries can occur in various ways, including: Incorrect lifting: Using improper lifting techniques, such as lifting […]
A Safe Working Environment: Your Right as an Employee
At Julie O Legal, we are passionate about defending the rights of injured workers in California. All employees deserve to work in a safe and healthy environment. Unfortunately, not all employers fulfill their obligation to provide a safe workplace. This can result in severe injuries and even the death of workers. As a worker in California, you […]