Injured Workers' Rights Blog

Ever driven through the heart of Los Angeles, only to find your knuckles white and your breath held as you navigate its labyrinth of roads? That's because it is home to some of the most dangerous intersections in California. You're not alone if this rings true. A simple drive can turn into a hig...

Imagine cruising down the sun-drenched highways of San Diego, California, feeling a sense of calm as you navigate through your daily commute. But in an instant, everything changes - another car collides with yours. Now imagine that accident happening while you're on duty for work. This is where u...

Third-party construction accident claims in California typically arise when a construction worker is injured on a job site due to the negligence or wrongdoing of a party other than their employer. These claims can be complex, as they involve legal actions against entities or individuals other tha...

For some, working on a site where another worker had died is an unfortunate part of their job; some jobs are more dangerous than others, and some workers pay the price. Workplace wrongful deaths occur every day and families are left with little direction. We're here to guide those affected throu...

Being a temp is hard. It's like dancing on a tightrope - exciting yet terrifying. The fear of falling off isn't just metaphorical though. When you're talking about temporary work, sometimes a hard fall can land you in the hospital. If you're curious about your rights pertaining to workers' compe...

Not everyone's ride on a bird or lime scooter is smooth sailing. Indeed, every rose has its thorns and in this case, those thorns are serious accidents – sometimes leading to scooter accident lawsuits. You might be wondering: What if I get hurt riding one of these e-scooters? Who's at fault - me...

We know how daunting it can be wading through compensation law or dealing with insurance companies after a workplace injury. And what about those lost wages and medical bills piling up? We'll guide you step-by-step on whether to file for workers' comp or pursue a personal injury lawsuit depending...

Following the death of a loved one, expenses quickly become an issue. "How will I pay for the funeral expenses, let alone medical expenses?" If your loved one's death was due to another party's negligence, finding out what the average wrongful death settlement is could help you decide whether or...

In California, more than 16,000 individuals annually face the challenge of navigating through the Workers' Comp Appeals Process. If you find yourself in this situation, take comfort in knowing that there is a glimmer of hope. You might wonder how to navigate these rough waters or who can guide y...

Ever feel like David against the Goliath of insurance companies when your workers' compensation claim in California gets denied? It's a gut punch, right? You're hurting, you can't work, and then this. But what if I told you there's a roadmap to appeal that denial? Would you feel more empowered k...

Picture this. You're on the job, working away in beautiful California. Out of nowhere, you feel a jolt of pain - a dog from the property you're at just bit you. Coming out of the hospital, you might think to yourself: "Aren't there laws against that? Isn't someone liable?" Well, it turns out the...

Have you ever been overwhelmed by grief due to the unexpected passing of a beloved one, caused perhaps by someone else's negligence or misconduct? What if that bereavement was caused by another person's carelessness or misdeed? Wrongful Death Lawsuit Compensation, an iceberg term where most of i...

Imagine this. You're clocking out after a long day at work. Suddenly, a coworker's carelessness sends you sprawling onto the concrete floor. The impact reverberates through your body like an electric shock. In that moment of pain and confusion, you are thrown into uncharted waters - navigating w...

In many U.S. farming communities, including in California, transportation accidents are becoming increasingly common. This trend is putting farmworkers in harm's way as they try to do something as routine as go to work in the fields. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and...

An investigation by the local news site, Voice of OC, has found that when Orange County employees are injured by the sheriff's department, they cannot get information on what happened to the officers involved, and they cannot sue the department under state law. The article gives the example of on...

An Orange County lifeguard suffered a serious spinal injury while working in Huntington Beach. According to a CBS News report, Elizabeth Lovat was on duty as a lifeguard when she suffered a spinal injury. She was rushed to an area hospital in serious, but stable condition. A spokesperson for the ...

Congratulations to our firm owner for winning a historic appeal! This successful appeal not only allows her client to pursue much-needed compensation, but opens the door for other injured victims in similar circumstances to do the same. Read more about the appeal below: “Appeal from a judgment an...

Greenberg and Ruby Injury Attorneys are representing those who have suffered injuries, property damage, evacuation costs or other damages as a result of the Pajaro River levee breach in March 2023. Torrential downpour caused one of the levees on the Pajaro River in California's central coast to b...

Cases involving the serious injury or death of an employee of an independent contractor highlight a fundamental flaw in the rationale of the California Supreme Court's holding in Privette v. Superior Court (1993) 5 Cal.4th 689 (Privette). The Privette doctrine is based on the incorrect premise ...