In California there are two separate deadlines that do different things. An injured employee generally must report the injury to the employer within 30 days, and generally must file the claim within one year of the date of injury. An injury that develops over time can start the clock later, when the employee knew or should have known the condition was work related. Exceptions apply and the details matter, so confirm the current requirements with the claims administrator or the state’s Division of Workers’ Compensation. The practical advice does not change: report an injury as soon as it happens rather than working back from a deadline, because a late report is the first thing a carrier will question.
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A sole owner with no employees may not be required to carry it, but the rules depend on your structure. Confirm before relying on that.
Part B of the policy responds to certain lawsuits alleging employer responsibility for a work injury, beyond the standard benefits.
It depends on how the worker is classified under California law. Misclassification is a common issue, so we recommend you review this with us.
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