On Behalf of De Ita, Lowe & Wald, LLP | Jul 15, 2020 | workers' compensation
“Stressed at work” is a sentiment that almost any employee in San Mateo can relate to. Yet because of the performance-related pressures inherent with any professional position, many may view your claim of that stress being disabling with skepticism. Such a...
On Behalf of De Ita, Lowe & Wald, LLP | Jul 8, 2020 | workers' compensation
California workers have certain rights after an injury or illness caused by job duties. They also have responsibilities about reporting the incident and filing the correct paperwork. If you or a loved one suffered an injury at work or developed a disease caused by...
On Behalf of De Ita, Lowe & Wald, LLP | Jul 6, 2020 | workers' compensation
Working in just about any profession can put one at risk of repetitive stress injuries of the upper extremities. By contrast, RSI of the lower extremities usually occur in people whose jobs keep them on their feet for a significant portion of the day. However, this...
On Behalf of De Ita, Lowe & Wald, LLP | Jul 3, 2020 | workers' compensation
Not all work-related injuries result from a single traumatic accident in the workplace. Some result from the cumulative stress of day-to-day work activities. While such injuries are eligible for workers’ compensation, it can sometimes be difficult to prove that...
On Behalf of De Ita, Lowe & Wald, LLP | Jul 1, 2020 | workers' compensation
From back or joint pain that develops over time to sudden accidents, employees in many types of jobs may find that their work puts their own health at risk. The National Safety Council reports that over 4.5 million U.S. workers suffer job-related injuries each year....
On Behalf of De Ita, Lowe & Wald, LLP | Feb 14, 2020 | workers' compensation
Working in California puts you at risk for a work-related injury in many job sectors. However, if you are already receiving Social Security Disability benefits for something else, you may be hesitant about applying for workers’ compensation. There are a few ways...
On Behalf of De Ita, Lowe & Wald, LLP | Jan 21, 2020 | workers' compensation
Your journey through the worker’s comp system can be a daunting task, even under the best of circumstances. The insurance companies have a big advantage because they are in the business of worker’s compensation. They will use their knowledge of the system...
On Behalf of De Ita, Lowe & Wald, LLP | Jan 4, 2020 | workers' compensation
If you suffer an injury on the job in California, you have the right to make a workers’ compensation claim. However, you must make sure that you follow all the procedures in place to make your claim. If you fail to follow set procedures, you could end up with a...
On Behalf of De Ita, Lowe & Wald, LLP | Jan 4, 2020 | workers' compensation
California residents often go above and beyond on the job. Unfortunately, this type of work ethic may lead to injuries. Some of the most common injuries workers have to deal with are ones caused by repetitive motion. Unlike other obvious job-related injuries, those...
On Behalf of De Ita, Lowe & Wald, LLP | Nov 20, 2019 | workers' compensation
When you get hurt while performing your California job, you may know that you can access workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits come in different forms, and it is important to understand what you are eligible for. One type of compensation benefit you may...
