As workplaces begin reopening in the coming weeks, attorneys are predicting a rash of lawsuits by employees against their employers related to the COVID-19 pandemic. It seems clear that workers-compensation preemption may immunize employers from most civil actions alleging that employees became infected with the virus on the job. However, other types of employee lawsuits
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Even Unintentional Disability Discrimination is Actionable in California
In a decision that may lead employers to feel a little less gratified on Thanksgiving Day, a California appellate court determined last week that “even a legitimate company policy, if mistakenly applied,” can lead to liability for disability discrimination in the Golden State. Specifically, the Court of Appeal ruled that “a lack of [discriminatory] animus …
WEBINAR: Worker’s Compensation and Employment Law – Preventing Claims from Turning into Employment Lawsuits
Navigating a worker’s compensation claim in California can be challenging, to say the least. It involves a detailed understanding of several statutory schemes and steps along the way. Yet, processing the claim, insurance, and proper documentation can just be the start. Wary employers should carefully consider the labor and employment implications of a worker’s compensation claim. This complimentary webinar will discuss important topics to help employers manage these laws followed by an extended Q&A, including:
- What to do and how to prepare Pre-Injury and Day of Injury;
- What to do upon receipt of first medical report or work status providing restrictions;
- How to concurrently navigate an employee’s time off of work under workers’ compensation, disability accommodation, and statutory leaves of absence; and
- What happens when an employee has reached Maximum Medical Improvement with Permanent Disability/Work Restrictions.