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Common Work Injuries in Desk Jobs
In California, employers are required to take safety measures to protect their workforce. Some employers may not take suitable measures to safeguard their employees. While some jobs may be inherently dangerous, like construction workers, truck drivers, or roofers, that doesn’t mean that there are hazard-free jobs. With today’s workplace evolving to more computer and… Read More »
Cervical Spine Injuries After a California Car Accident
Thousands of drivers and passengers are injured in car accidents every year in California and across the United States. Some of these individuals recover fully from their injuries, but others remain permanently disabled or in constant pain. In many cases, the pain resurfaces even after many months of medical care and treatment. A spine… Read More »
Are Adverse Reactions to Employer-Mandated Vaccinations Eligible for Workers’ Compensation?
At the law offices of Castillo & Associates, we believe that if you are told that you must take your Covid Shot, any medical issue or problem that arises will be covered under the employers Workers Compensation Insurance policy by the employer. Although the news of COVID-19 vaccines was received with a sigh of… Read More »
Bike & Car Accidents: What to Do When You’ve Been Hit by a Car in a Bike Lane Accident
The Covid-19 pandemic ignited a passion for new and old hobbies, including outdoor activities, as many Americans and Californians isolate themselves at home confined to their neighborhoods. As a result, cyclist sales and activity spiked in California cities from San Diego to Los Angeles and throughout all of California between 2020 and 2021 compared to previous… Read More »
Do Remote Workers Still Qualify for Workers’ Compensation?
What had initially been thought to be a temporary transition to remote work has been prolonged. Since many employees remain working from home, new employer liability issues have been raised. For example, to what extent is an employer responsible if an injury happens at home? Will your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance cover the injury?… Read More »
6 Puntos Para Recordar Cuando se Lesiona en el Trabajo
1. Informe la lesión a su empleador por escrito, correo electrónico o mensaje de texto (esto es evidencia). Exija un Formulario de reclamación por lesiones para completar e indicar cuándo ocurrió la lesión (fecha de la lesión) y las partes del cuerpo lesionadas. Enumere todo, incluso si se trata de una mínima molestia. 2…. Read More »
Amazon Work Injury Lawyer
Amazon has revolutionized the way people shop. A consumer can now purchase an item, from kitchen pans to car parts, with one click and convenient two-day shipping options. To keep up with consumer demand, it’s no surprise that Amazon is the second-largest private employer in the United States. However, Amazon’s warehouse workers are also… Read More »
I was injured in an Uber accident. Who should my claim be against?
While more and more apps that make our lives seemingly more convenient continue to steadily launch each day, others can, unfortunately, go from comfort and convenience to painful and menacing in as abruptly as an instant. If you or a loved one have recently suffered an injury as an Uber passenger, you probably recognize… Read More »
Delayed Signs of a Traumatic Brain Injury
A car accident or an unfortunate slip and fall can lead to many injuries, including those of the head. A sudden jerk of the head, even if there was no physical impact with an object, can cause the brain to move and injure brain cells, break blood vessels, or create chemical changes. The resulting… Read More »
Can You File a Workers’ Compensation Claim if You’re Injured When Working From Home or Anywhere Outside from Work
Since the coronavirus pandemic started in early 2020, America’s work-life has changed dramatically. Stay-at-home orders have created a new work reality where homes are now offices. This change raises an unexpected issue, what happens when an employee is injured while working from home? What happens if you have to go to the store to pick… Read More »
