Van Nuys Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
Administration increases penalties for using undocumented workers
President Trump's aversion to the employment of undocumented immigrants is by now well-established. Nevertheless, the president is attempting to increase the penalties paid by employers who use undocumented workers. The construction, agricultural and manufacturing...
Recognizing the symptoms of a traumatic brain injury
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be one of the most serious and debilitating types of injuries you can get while on the job. The effects of a TBI can be long-lasting and life-changing. It’s important to know how to recognize one so you can get the help you...
Accusations of CBP holding asylum-seekers’ children too long
Lawyers for asylum-seekers in southern California are accusing the Customs and Border Protection Agency ("CPB") of violating federal law and the terms of the Flores Settlement Agreement by holding migrant children in custody longer than the law or the settlement...
5 Jobs most likely to cause back injuries
Back injuries are common in any workspace. However, there are some industries that put workers at a higher risk of seriously hurting their back. If you work in any of these five industries, you might be more likely to injure your back on the job. ...
Horseplay at work could eliminate your workers’ compensation
As the adage goes, “it’s all fun and games, until someone gets hurt.” In the workplace, the meaning of this expression becomes even more critical. Most employers do not tolerate outrageous horseplay in the workplace. However, that does not always...
California bans for-profit prisons and detention centers
Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed legislation preventing California from renewing or entering into contracts with for-profits entitles to operate prison and immigration detention facilities. The bill, Assembly Bill 32, will prevent the state from entering into or...
What should I know about permanent work immigration?
With the current system of immigration in flux, many people are fearful as to how pending and proposed changes will impact them and their families. Although there is substantial rhetoric as to how work immigration, visas, a green card and other immigration concerns...
New law could greatly expand workers’ compensation
The California workers' compensation system requires employers to carry insurance that will pay benefits for their employees who are injured on the job. But what if the employee is technically not an employee, but an independent contractor? This is an issue that has...
Can undocumented workers receive workers’ compensation?
The short answer is yes. The long answer is more complicated – for the general contractor or other employer. Manual labor industries, especially agriculture and construction provide many undocumented immigrants with job opportunities. According to the Pew...
Can you return to work before you’ve completely recovered?
As a construction worker, you regularly put your body to the test. Through lifting, pushing and pulling all day, every day, you can easily strain your back. And considering the heights you climb to, the balance much of your work requires and the amount of equipment...
