Recent Blog Posts
Bitten by a Dog and the Owner Fled? Your Next Steps
A dog bite is frightening enough when an owner does everything they’re supposed to do after a bite. But when the owner leaves the scene, you’re left with additional confusion, urgency, and unanswered questions. Who’s responsible for the bite? Was the dog vaccinated for rabies? How are you supposed to recover damages if you… Read More »
Estate Planning With a Special Needs Child
Parents of a child with special needs have extra challenges to consider when they begin planning their estate. There’s a question that lingers with every decision they make—what will happen they can no longer provide daily support? A thoughtful estate plan built with the help of an estate planning attorney in the Inland Empire… Read More »
What to Do If Your Employer is Delaying Your Workers’ Compensation Claim
You report a workplace injury immediately, knowing that reporting the accident is part of getting the benefits you are legally entitled to under California state law. You wait, but nothing happens. Your supervisor doesn’t ask you to fill out any forms, you don’t get answers about the benefits you’re meant to receive, and your… Read More »
Recorded Statements in Workers’ Comp Claims: What to Say and What Not to Say
You may have to go through several steps to receive workers’ compensation benefits after a workplace injury, but some of the insurance company’s requests may not exactly be in your best interests. If your workplace’s insurance provider has asked you for a recorded statement, be aware that you are stepping into risky territory. With… Read More »
What Happens If Your Employer Doesn’t Have Light Duty Available
After you’re injured at work, you may be unable to return to your regular work tasks while you recover—but some employees are approved for light duty. When a doctor recommends light duty or modified work, they can perform limited tasks that fit their current medical restrictions. This is a good way for injured workers… Read More »
Your Employer Says Your Work Injury Happened Off the Clock—Your Next Steps
Workplace injuries can be painful, stressful, and embarrassing. But when your employer claims that an injury happened off the clock, they can also be expensive. In California, we enjoy significant workers’ rights—so if your employer is trying to deny your claim without cause or pin your injury on something else, it’s time to talk… Read More »
Third-Party Claims After a Workplace Injury
If you’re injured on the job in California, workers’ compensation benefits kick in and provide partial wage replacement and medical treatment. These benefits do not require you to prove fault, so they’re the fastest ways to get money and medical treatment for injured workers. However, many injured workers don’t realize that workers’ compensation may… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation for Repetitive Stress Injuries in California
When people think of workplace injuries, they tend to think about sudden, one-time accidents that result in clear and obvious injuries. But a lot of workplace injuries are the result of stress and overwork over time. Months or years of repetitive work can put an enormous amount of strain on the body. Warehouse employees… Read More »
What You Need to Know About Vocational Rehabilitation Benefits in California
A serious workplace injury can have a devastating impact on your health—and, in turn, your career. Injured workers may be unable to return to their current line of work, which piles anxiety on top of an already uncertain time. In California, the vocational rehabilitation system has been overhauled to provide new opportunities to injured… Read More »
Estate Planning in 2026: What You Should Consider
The start of a new year is the perfect time to revisit your estate plan, consider any legal changes that may affect how your plan is executed, and make any necessary modifications. Whether you want to update your will, create a new trust, or add new beneficiaries, talking to an estate planning attorney in… Read More »
