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Can Your Employer Force You Back to Work After an Injury?

October 14, 2025 Legal Team
In California, whether your employer can force you back to work depends on your medical condition, your doctor’s recommendations, and whether your employer offers modified or light-duty work that meets those restrictions.  If you've been injured on the job, it's important to consult an Orange County workers' compensation lawyer to understand your rights, ensure...
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When Should I Notify My Employer About an Injury?

October 14, 2025 Legal Team
If you have been injured at work, one of the most important steps you can take is to report the injury to your employer as soon as possible. Under California’s workers’ compensation system, timely reporting is essential for protecting your right to medical care, wage replacement benefits, and other compensation. This is especially true...
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What Does Light Duty Work Mean in Workers’ Comp?

October 14, 2025 Legal Team
When an employee is injured on the job, they may not be able to return to their regular job duties right away. In these situations, employers sometimes offer “light duty work” as part of the recovery and return-to-work process. Our Orange County workers' comp attorneys can help ensure your rights are protected during this...
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What Is Vocational Rehabilitation?

September 23, 2025 Legal Team
In California, workers’ compensation law provides a benefit known as vocational rehabilitation—a system designed to help injured employees reenter the workforce in a suitable role. This benefit is critical for individuals who cannot return to their old jobs but still have the ability to work in some capacity. Contact our Orange County workers' comp...
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What are Death and Dependency Benefits in California?

September 23, 2025 Legal Team
When a worker dies from a job-related injury or illness, California’s workers’ compensation system provides financial assistance to the worker’s surviving dependents. These death and dependency benefits are designed to ease the economic burden on families who relied on the worker’s income. Contact our Orange County workers' comp lawyer to discuss your legal options....
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