California Workers’ Comp FAQ
Do you have questions about workers' compensation? If you have suffered
injury in a workplace accident in or around Fresno, California, you will
need legal guidance through each step of your case. At the
Law Offices of Bryan K. Leiser, we have more than 35 years of combined experience and the experience
to answer your questions completely and promptly. We believe that having
a strong knowledge of your case is essential to a successful result, which
is why we have provided the following frequently asked questions and corresponding
answers to help you get started:
Q: Is my California employer required to have workers' compensation
insurance?
Q: How do I know if I am eligible for workers' compensation?
Q: Who pays workers' compensation benefits?
Q: What kinds of benefits can I receive?
Q: Can I receive treatment from my own doctor?
Is my California employer required to have workers' compensation insurance?
Under California law, employers are required to have workers' compensation
insurance, even if they only have one employee. Even out-of-state employers
may be required to carry workers' compensation insurance if one of
his or her employees is regularly employed in California.
How do I know if I am eligible for workers' compensation?
If you have
suffered injury in an accident at your work or have suffered injury performing a workplace duty, you
will likely be entitled to benefits from workers' compensation. In
most cases, even if the injury was not caused by negligence, you will
likely receive compensation. There are, however, complex laws that could
restrict your ability to receive benefits. For that reason, it is important
to speak with an experienced Fresno Workers' Compensation attorney
who can help you determine your eligibility.
Who pays workers' compensation benefits?
Typically,
employers are required to pay insurance for their employees from a workers' compensation insurance company.
Employers purchase workers' compensation insurance coverage from an
agent or broker of a privately licensed insurer. If you have been injured
as the result of a workplace accident or performing a work-related task,
speak with your employer to obtain the necessary documents that must be filed.
What kinds of benefits can I receive?
Workers' compensation provides a
number of benefits for injured workers. It offers replacement income, compensation for medical costs, and rehabilitation
benefits. Benefits that are paid through this program are for individuals'
temporary needs. In many cases, you will receive two-thirds of your average
salary up to a fixed amount. If you are permanently disabled, you may
be eligible for long-term benefits. The amount you receive will depend
on the nature and extent of your injuries.
Can I receive treatment from my own doctor?
In the state of California, you will
initially be required to see a doctor who is selected by your employer as long as your employer has established
a medical provider network. If after that point you are unhappy with the
doctor, you can request another doctor. For ongoing treatment, employers
can create a network of doctors that they require their injured workers
to visit.
Contact the Law Offices of Bryan K. Leiser
At the
Law Offices of Bryan K. Leiser, we are devoted to helping our clients in any way that we can. As you
pursue compensation for your workplace injury, we encourage you to obtain
the legal assistance that your case requires. Our Fresno workers'
compensation attorney has the legal guidance that your case needs, and
we can use our collective knowledge to your benefit.
We are passionate about protecting our clients' rights and helping
them obtain the medical care they require. When our clients are preparing
to file for workers' compensation or have encountered a roadblock
in the process, we can help them proceed. If you are in need of legal
guidance, we encourage you to schedule a free case evaluation. From the
start of your case until the conclusion, we can handle the legal aspects
of your case so that you can focus on pursuing medical care. Call us today!