Posts Tagged ‘Employment Benefits’
Understanding Independent Contractor vs. Employee Rights in California
The classification of workers as independent contractors or employees is a pivotal aspect of California’s employment landscape, with significant implications for legal rights, obligations, and protections. This distinction is not merely academic; it determines access to critical benefits such as health insurance, workers’ compensation, and unemployment benefits. The evolving nature of the gig economy has…
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Understanding Scheduled Loss Payments in California’s Workers’ Compensation System In the realm of workers’ compensation, a term that often surfaces is “scheduled loss award.” This is a benefit paid to an injured worker who has lost the use of a body part due to a workplace accident. The most common instances where these awards come…
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