Legal Question in Workers Comp in California
Workers' Comp Rights
I have been on modified duty since I incurred an upper back and neck injury at work last August. This week I was notified by my employer that I will no longer be able to work on modified status after next week and must stay home and accept disability payments. Is there a time limitation re: modified positions? If I am at home and receive disability payments, will it ever affect my future hireability? I am concerned that I will be labeled and my options will be limited as a result.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Workers' Comp Rights
Accidents are very unfortunate, you may suffer from a permenant disblity which will prevent you from taking similar jobs in the future. There is no time limit on modified work positions, it may just be that the position is no longer available. Be assured that it is illegal to discriminate against one who has filed a worker's compensation claim. Legal remedies are available for those who are discriminated against. You need to assert your legal rights to the full extent of the law. Obtain representation immediately. You may contact me directly at (619) 222-3504.
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