Workers' Compensation Fraud: How It Affects Everyone

Workers' compensation fraud, a deceptive practice that undermines the very foundation of this support system, poses significant challenges.

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How to File a Workers' Compensation Claim

Navigating the aftermath of a workplace injury can be overwhelming, but understanding how to properly file a workers' compensation claim is crucial for ensuring you receive the support and benefits you deserve.

California Workers’ Compensation and Taxes

In this article, we will explore California workers' compensation benefits and taxes in more detail, including what employers and employees need to know about taxation, compliance, and reporting.

Workers Comp System, TaxesCole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + MahoneyMarch 28, 2023workers comp, workers compensation benefits, California, taxes, injury, workers comp specialist, tax professional, insurance, medical treatment, job displacementComment

What are Third-Party Claims?

Third-party claims are a type of legal action that can be taken when an injury in the workplace has been caused by someone other than your employer. This could include customers, vendors, or third parties who may have created hazards on their own.

Workers Compensation, ClaimsCole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + MahoneyFebruary 21, 2023third-party claims, third-party, workers compensation, workers comp, injury, employer, employee, insurance, rights, workplaceComment

How Surgery Affects Your Workers' Comp Settlement

When you're injured on the job, workers' compensation is there to help. But what if you have surgery? In this article, we'll explore the effects of surgery on your workers' comp claim and answer some common questions about the process.

Workers Compensation, Settlement, InsuranceCole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + MahoneyOctober 11, 2022workers compensation, attorney, specialist, surgery, settlement, insurance, claim, medical treatment, injury, on-the-jobComment

Do California Independent Contractors Qualify for Workers’ Compensation?

What is an independent contractor? Are they different from an employee and if so, how? What types of jobs do independent contractors do? All of these are important questions, since the answers may not be as clear as you think.

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