California Workers' Compensation
Hurt on the Job? You Deserve to Be Taken Care Of.
California law may entitle you to medical care, wage replacement, and more. Our free AI case check helps you understand your rights in minutes — then John follows up with you personally. No pressure. No upfront cost.
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Your Rights
Know Your Rights as an Injured Worker in California
Workers' compensation exists to protect you. Many injured workers are never told everything they may be entitled to.
Medical Care
Treatment for your work injury is paid for by your employer's workers' comp insurance.
A Claim Form
Your employer must give you a claim form (DWC-1) within one working day of learning about your injury.
Early Treatment
While your claim is being reviewed, you may be entitled to up to $10,000 in medical treatment.
Wage Replacement
If you can't work, you may receive temporary disability payments — generally about two-thirds of your average weekly pay, within state limits.
Protection From Retaliation
California law prohibits employers from punishing or firing you for filing a claim.
The Right to Get Help
You can speak with a workers' comp attorney at any time. Attorney fees are approved by the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board, with no upfront cost.
What To Do Next
Hurt at Work? Take These Steps
- 1
Get Medical Help
If it's an emergency, call 911. Otherwise, tell your supervisor you need medical care.
- 2
Report It in Writing
Tell your employer as soon as possible. You generally must report within 30 days.
- 3
Get the Claim Form (DWC-1)
Fill out your part, sign it, keep a copy, and return it to your employer.
- 4
Keep Records
Save photos, doctor notes, witness names, pay stubs, and letters from the insurance company.
- 5
Be Careful What You Sign
Before giving a recorded statement or signing a settlement, understand your options.
- 6
Get a Free Case Check
Find out whether you're receiving everything you're entitled to.
How It Works
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Tell Us What Happened
A few easy questions, about two minutes, right from your phone.
Instant AI Review
Our AI organizes your information and flags issues like deadlines, denied claims, and missing benefits.
Personal Follow-Up
John or a member of our team contacts you to talk through your options and connect you with the right help.
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Benefits
Workers' Comp Benefits in California
Medical Treatment
Doctor visits, tests, therapy, medication, and surgery related to your injury.
Temporary Disability
Payments while you're unable to work during recovery.
Permanent Disability
Benefits if your injury leaves lasting limitations.
Job Retraining
A Supplemental Job Displacement voucher (up to $6,000 for injuries on or after 2013) if you can't return to your job.
Death Benefits
Support for families who lost a loved one to a work injury or illness.
Every case is different. Your follow-up call helps you understand what may apply to you.
Denied or Delayed
Claim Denied? Treatment Cut Off? You Still Have Options.
Denials happen often — and a denial is not always the final word. If the insurance company doesn't deny your claim within 90 days after you file it, it is generally presumed accepted. There are also processes to challenge denied treatment and disputed medical opinions.
- Your claim was denied or ignored
- Your treatment or medication was denied
- Your payments stopped or are late
- You disagree with a doctor's report
- You're being pushed back to work too soon
- You were disciplined or let go after reporting your injury
Industries
We Help Workers in Every Industry
Common Work Injuries
Injuries We Hear About Every Day
- Back & Spine
- Neck & Shoulder
- Knee
- Carpal Tunnel & Repetitive Strain
- Head & Brain
- Broken Bones
- Burns
- Falls from Heights
- Slip and Falls
- Lifting Injuries
- Vehicle Accidents on the Job
- Hearing Loss
- Work-Related Stress & Psychological Injury
- Occupational Illness
Non-Emergency Care
Talk to a Doctor Without the Waiting Room
Through our affiliated telehealth partners, you can request a video visit with a licensed physician for non-emergency concerns, often the same day.
If this is a medical emergency — severe pain, bleeding, head injury, trouble breathing, or loss of consciousness — call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room now.
In California, your employer's workers' comp insurance usually directs your medical care through its approved doctor network (MPN), unless you chose your own doctor in advance. We can help you understand your options.
Our telehealth partners
Telehealth services are provided by independent licensed physicians through affiliated platforms. Medical care and legal help are separate services. You are free to choose any doctor or attorney, and using one is never required to use the other.
Don't Wait — Deadlines Matter
You generally must report a work injury to your employer within 30 days, and you generally have one year to file a workers' comp claim. If your injury developed over time, the deadline may depend on when you first knew it was work-related. If you're unsure, start your free case check today.
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Injury & Workers' Compensation Specialist
When you reach out, you're not talking to a call center. John personally makes sure your information is reviewed, your questions are answered, and you're connected with the right help. Every injured worker deserves to be treated with dignity and to get answers quickly.
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