Employees who suffer work-related injuries are given benefits under workers’ compensation insurance, enabling them to cover their medical costs and keep a consistent source of income while they are out of work. Many people receive assistance from the workers’ compensation system when they may otherwise have been left without any means of support.
If you work multiple jobs, you might be curious about how workers’ compensation claims apply to you. Your eligibility to receive benefits shouldn’t be impacted by your other work, but you might worry about how the injury will affect your employment in other positions. Keep reading to get answers. If you need help with this or another injury case that occurred at work, contact PLBH at (800) 435-7542 for help right away.
Who is eligible for benefits if they work multiple jobs?
You will receive benefits following an on-the-job accident that are comparable to the wages you made there. However, if you work multiple jobs, you must rely on multiple sources of income in order to survive. Does the workers’ compensation system take numerous income sources into account?
You must disclose that you hold additional employment while discussing your claim with the insurer for your employer. To reflect your actual wage earnings, it’s likely that your benefits will be raised. However, you must know the rules and be able to fight for the compensation you are owed. An experienced employment law attorney like PLBH can help with this.
What if I’m unable to go back to my previous job?
When you get hurt at work, you might need to take some time off from your other jobs to recover. Although your other employer is not obligated to offer you any additional benefits, you will need to discuss your injuries with them in order to negotiate your recovery time or transfer to a different position.
No matter the reason, it is unfortunate that it is feasible for your employer to dismiss you because you are taking so much time off. Their response to your accident will be governed by the medical leave policies of your state and your employer. In California, you have a right to time off if you are injured. Your attorney will help you navigate this portion of the workers’ compensation case.
Request a free consultation for help today
Cases involving workers’ compensation are difficult. Schedule a free consultation with PLBH to get help with your claim. We are committed to obtaining the full amount of compensation you are due. Call us now at (800) 435-7542 so we can get started right away.