Southern California Work Injury Attorneys
Help when you are hurt at work.
A workplace injury can leave you worried about medical care, missed paychecks and whether your job is secure. Montoya Law helps employees understand California workers’ compensation, document the injury and pursue the benefits supported by the evidence.
We represent injured workers in Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, San Diego County and Imperial County. Our team provides honest case evaluations in English and Spanish, with no upfront attorney fees.
Work injuries and claims we handle
- Sudden workplace accidents
- Back, neck and spinal injuries
- Construction injuries and falls
- Work-related car and truck accidents
- Repetitive stress and cumulative trauma
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Orthopedic injuries and fractures
- Toxic exposure and occupational illness
- Psychological and internal injuries
- Permanent disability disputes
- Medical treatment delays or denials
- Workplace death and dependency claims
Benefits that may be available
Depending on the facts, an injured employee may be entitled to authorized medical care, temporary disability payments, permanent disability compensation, supplemental job displacement benefits or death benefits for eligible dependents. We explain what applies without promising an outcome.
What to do after being injured on the job
- Report the injury promptly to a supervisor
- Request appropriate medical treatment
- Describe every injured body part accurately
- Keep copies of forms and work restrictions
- Document witnesses and how the injury happened
- Get legal advice if benefits are delayed or denied
Common questions from injured workers
What should I do if I was injured at work?
Report the injury to your employer as soon as possible, ask for medical treatment, write down what happened, keep copies of work restrictions and claim documents, and speak with a California work injury attorney if you have questions or encounter delays.
Can I have a workers’ compensation claim if I was hurt over time?
Possibly. California workers’ compensation claims can involve cumulative trauma from repeated lifting, typing, tool use, standing, stressors or other job duties—not only a single accident. The facts and medical evidence determine whether a claim is compensable.
What if my employer or insurance company denied my work injury claim?
A denial does not necessarily end the claim. An attorney can review the reason for denial, medical evidence, reporting history and deadlines, then explain the options that may be available to challenge the decision.
Does workers’ compensation cover construction injuries?
Construction employees injured in falls, equipment incidents, electrocutions, repetitive work or other jobsite accidents may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. Some accidents may also involve a separate claim against a negligent third party.
What if I was injured in a motor vehicle accident while working?
A crash that occurs while performing job duties may involve a workers’ compensation claim and, in some cases, a personal injury claim against an at-fault driver. The available claims depend on when, where and why you were driving.