Legal Question in Workers Comp in California

I was injured on the job. Spervisor told me to take the day off and go to the doctor. I went to the doctor had xray. I went back to work and when I asked her about getting help for my arm she fired me for no valid reason. Can I still get worker comp to have the surgery I need for my arm?


Asked on 10/27/10, 7:40 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
George Shers Law Offices of Georges H. Shers

Once you suffer an industrial injury the WC benefits kick in. It does not matter if you were filred a minute afterwards, you get the same benefits. However, it is illegal to fire someone merely because they suffered an industrial injury. If you are a member of a union, go to the shop stewart. If not, interview several WC atorneys to find out what they think about adding a discrimination claim.

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Answered on 11/01/10, 8:36 pm
Ronald Mahurin Law Offices of Ronald Glenn Mahurin

yes

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Answered on 11/02/10, 12:54 pm


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