“We will ensure the settlement you receive is the best possible — and we are not afraid to go to trial to get it.”
– Attorney Eric Overholt
Working in a warehouse can be a demanding job, with its fair share of risks. While warehouse workers are aware of the common risks associated with their occupation, one often overlooked hazard is excessive heat. As temperatures rise, so does the risk of specific...
Workers in San Diego and elsewhere pride themselves on reliability, competence and performing their jobs as best they can. Regardless of the type of job a person does, there is always a chance of an accident and injury. Often, this is perceived as happening in...
The concept behind workers’ compensation sounds simple enough. If you get hurt during your work, your employer is required by California law to pay you benefits. However, the actual claims process is quite complicated, so there are some misconceptions about how...
An employee who sustains injuries on the job has the comfort of knowing they will receive workers’ compensation benefits to cover the medical expenses and loss of income. The commonly covered injuries are usually consequences of accidents that occur in the workplace....
Warehousing is a massive industry. These businesses use huge facilities with specific features and equipment to help workers perform their duties. However, their tasks could expose them to varying safety and health risks. Safety standards could minimize hazards but...
It’s not uncommon for employees to find various ways to unwind after long days of exhausting work. When sleep and rest alone aren’t enough, some may turn to liquor and recreational substances like cannabis to relieve work-related stress. However, alcohol and drugs can...
A warehouse worker's regular day revolves around keeping the flow of goods moving efficiently through the warehouse. Sometimes, they might be too caught up in routine maintenance work and can overlook potential hazards in their workplace. One of the most significant...
Injured workers in San Diego rely on their workers’ compensation benefits to help them get through a troubling time. These benefits can provide them with medical care and for lost wages as they recover. For some who are permanently disabled, it is their only means of...
It can be surprisingly challenging to file a workers’ compensation claim. How can you focus on filling out paperwork when you’re potentially in pain or unable to move properly? But you will want to be careful about filling out your forms because mistakes could lead to...
Filing a workers’ compensation claim can be a long and tedious process. It involves filling out and exchanging several documents, not to mention that this all happens while you’re suffering a potentially crippling injury. Once your employer approves your claim and...