Santa Cruz workers get hurt on job sites from the harbor to the boardwalk, and figuring out whether workers' comp covers everything isn't always obvious. We can review your situation at no charge and explain your options, including whether a third-party claim applies to what happened.
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Claim it before someone else doesWhether you work in agriculture, tourism, construction, or one of the shops along Soquel Avenue and Ocean Street, a workplace injury in Santa Cruz can throw your income and recovery into question fast. California generally requires injured workers to go through workers' compensation rather than suing an employer directly, but that's not always the end of the story. If a subcontractor, equipment manufacturer, property owner, or another driver on Rt 1 or Water Street contributed to what happened, you may have a separate claim against that third party, on top of any comp benefits. We handle workplace injury claims directly and can sort out whether workers' comp is your only path or if there's more to pursue. There's no cost for a consultation, and no pressure to move forward if it's not the right fit.
Workers' comp is usually the exclusive remedy against your employer, but a negligent third party — like a subcontractor or equipment maker — can still be held separately liable. We can help determine if that applies to your situation.
California generally requires reporting a workplace injury to your employer within 30 days, and missing that window can complicate things. Getting guidance sooner rather than later helps protect your options.
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It's illegal for an employer to retaliate against you for reporting an injury or filing a claim. If you're worried about that, we can explain your rights before you decide how to proceed.
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