Filing A Target Workers’ Compensation Claim In California*

If you work at a Target in California, and you were hurt in an accident that occurred in your Target’s workplace while you were on the job, you can file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation is insurance that provides employees who have become injured as a direct result of their job, with monetary benefits to help them pay for their medical treatment(s) required for their injury. Additionally, workers’ compensation can also provide an injured employee with a portion of their lost wages while they are recovering from the injury and are, subsequently, unable to work.

California Workers’ Compensation Laws
Regardless of whether there is an oral or written arrangement that is expressed or implied, a person who works for a company—either lawfully or unlawfully—is considered an employee of that company in the State of California. In California, employers who have at least one employee—either part-time or full-time—must obtain and maintain workers’ compensation insurance. Workers’ compensation benefits must include various coverages, some of which can include medical treatment(s), temporary disability payments, permanent disability benefits, supplemental job displacement vouchers, and death benefits.

The only people who are exempt from workers’ compensation coverage in the state of California are sole proprietors, executive officers, and directors (so long as they fully own their business), and Limited Liability Company (LLC) members who do not work in the business.
California has a one-year statute of limitations for pursuing a workers’ compensation claim. This means that, if you were injured while working at a Target, or any other similar company, in California, you must file your workers’ compensation claim within a year of your workplace accident. Additionally, you should be sure to obtain and maintain both documentation and evidence to back up your claim and to prove your damages.

How To File A Target Workers’ Compensation Claim In California
In California, it is critically important to establish medical care as quickly as you possibly can directly following your workplace accident where you sustained injuries. This is because, in doing so, you are highlighting how your injuries are directly related to your workplace accident. Thus, this component of the filing process is essential to the success of your Target, or any other company, workers’ compensation claim in California. On this point, it is imperative that you are sure to maintain documentation, such as medical bills and medical records to have on hand in case you need more evidence.
As soon as you have been injured while working at Target, or any other company, it is crucial for you to report the incident to your supervisor or human resources department as soon as possible. Coupled with this, you should also obtain witness statements from those around you at the time of the accident that saw you hurt yourself, as well as gather supporting evidence (e.g., video footage, photographs, etc.). This is because, when you file your Target, or another company, workers’ compensation claim, you will need to maintain all of these supporting documents such as physician notes, proof of missed work and lost wages, and so forth.
If you have been injured while working on the job at Target, or at another company, it is important that you file your claim with Target, or that other company’s, workers’ compensation in a timely manner that also adheres to the company’s policy and California’s state laws. Due to the complexity of workers’ comp claims, it is typically a good idea to speak with a knowledgeable workers’ compensation lawyer.

Damages In A Target Workers’ Compensation Claim In California
By being involved in a Target, or other company, workplace accident in California, you could suffer serious injuries. Damages of such accidents typically include medical expenses, lost earnings and/or wages, as well as legal expenses.
When filing a workers’ compensation claim in California, it is important that you also take your future losses into consideration as well. More specifically, will your injury require future medical care? Will you miss work in the future because of the injury? Can you return to the same job? Will you have to switch careers? All those aspects of your claim should also be considered.

Get Help From A Workers’ Compensation Attorney Who Takes Cases In California
If you were injured in a workplace accident at Target, or any other similar corporation, you should consult with a workers’ compensation lawyer. A workers’ compensation attorney can be familiar with the applicable state laws, and help to ensure that your claim is filed in a timely manner and all of the paperwork involved is completed properly. Most workers’ compensation attorneys take cases on a contingency basis, meaning you wouldn’t pay them unless you win your case and receive compensation.

Next Steps
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*The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Target, or any other company, you may not be entitled to any compensation.

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