According to the National Safety Council “work-related medically consulted injuries totaled 4.53 million in 2022”. The astronomical numbers come as no surprise to us as we have seen many injured workers walk through our doors seeking comfort and recompensation for...
Year: 2021
SOCIAL MEDIA IN THE WORKPLACE: WHAT ARE YOUR RIGHTS?
Checking Instagram again? It is normal to stay up to date socially and on news happening around the world as well but doing so on company time may or may not affect your employee rights. Studies show that social media activity and content have been deciding factors...
Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion: How Important Is It In The Workplace?
Times have long gone since the identity of a business is acceptable without diversity, equality, and inclusion. The integration of DEI demonstrates that any company’s willingness to grow and prosper with current times but also stands for participation of different...
STRESS & MENTAL HEALTH AS A WORKERS COMPENSATION CLAIM
California inflation has made life difficult for many residents. These days, keeping a job is necessary more than ever. However, the most underrated and less talked about factors that may make life more difficult for the employed are work stress and mental health...
IF I AM NOT A U.S. CITIZEN, CAN I STILL CLAIM WORKERS COMPENSATION BENEFITS?
With immigration issues consistently present, a lot of employees have a hard time dealing with an injury, their immigration status and whether they should report this injury to their employer. According to the National Safety Council there were a reported 4.53...
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS: Who Has Their Back?
It is safe to say life is hard enough running your own business, adding a work injury makes life more complicated. So, who is responsible for compensation for such damage? Well, that depends on the situation.We would need to determine who is considered an independent...
Understanding Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Enough is Enough
Once proving to be the staple of American film, Harvey Weinstein was at the top of Hollywood until his shady ways pulled the rug from underneath him. In 2019 it was reported that the producer reached a multi-million-dollar deal with victims over sexual abuse and rape...
FINDING THE RIGHT LAWYER: WHAT QUESTIONS TO ASK & HOW TO START
So, you’ve been in an accident or are having issues at work or maybe you just need general legal advice? Hiring the right attorney can make all the difference with how successful or unsuccessful your case may turn out. Before you jump the gun let’s make sure that you...
What Should I Do If I Witness Discrimination in the Workplace?
The discrimination attorneys at the Barkhordarian Law Firm discuss the important steps to take if you witness discrimination in the workplace.
Is My Injury Work-Related?
Barkhordarian Law Firm explains the details of work-related injuries and the importance of working with a skilled attorney.