Oakland Union Workers Compensation Attorneys

Legal Representation for Union Workers

As with other employees, union workers are not exempt from on-the-job injuries. The nature of union organizations, however, may have you questioning your right to workers’ compensation. At Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers, we understand the intricacies of such cases and are well-equipped to handle any challenges that may arise along the way.

For instance, many union-backed labor forces in California are given the right to "carve out" their own agreement - the union itself and employers can carve out their own alternative if given approval from the Division of Workers' Compensation. Our firm can assist in determining the legality of the carve-out agreement established and whether or not it fully covers you, fighting of course for your full, deserved compensation.

What sets our workers’ compensation attorneys apart?

• Sole focus on workers’ comp cases
• 130+ years of shared experience
• Recognition from Super Lawyers® and Martindale-Hubbell®
• Track record of successful outcomes

We are confident that our team can effectively pursue the outcome you desire. Whether you are a firefighter, police officer, teacher, or public transportation specialist, you can count on our firm for high-quality representation throughout Oakland, California. We have even provided legal advocacy to hundreds of professional NFL, NBA, and MLB players.

Ready to start your claim with top-tier assistance? Filling out a free case evaluation is the best way to begin!

5 Things That Happen When You Join a Union

Workers built this country; unions built our middle class. Unions have seen an (undeserved) decline in membership and public reputation in recent years, but they still make a difference in millions of lives. Here are some things that happen when you join a union:

1. You are safer at work.

As a Workers' Compensation law firm, we wish all our clients had unions protecting them. If you speak out about dangerous conditions alone, your company can choose to ignore you. If you speak out about dangerous conditions with your union standing behind you, your company has no choice but to hear you and make changes. Just look at the difference between the injury rate at Tesla and the injury rate at a typical UAW plant!

2. You get equal treatment.

You've probably heard about the wage gap. Women and minorities make less money than their white, male counterparts for the same jobs. But did you know that unions help close the gap? The average black worker in the United States makes $17.70/hour, but the average black union worker makes $24 an hour. Unions also provide workers with a place to turn if they experience other types of discrimination or harassment.

3. You get benefits.

Unions don't just negotiate for higher wages -- they also negotiate for benefits such as healthcare, pensions, training, and leave. Do you like your weekend? Are you glad you don't work sixteen hours a day? Those are both things that unions won for you. Unions make sure that companies treat workers like humans -- not cogs in a machine.

4. You join the middle class.

Higher wages aren't the only thing unions negotiate for, but they are certainly nice. Unions are the traditional path to joining the middle class in the United States, and it's no coincidence that declining union membership and a declining middle class have gone hand in hand. You've heard a lot about the disappearance of “good factory job,” but remember that they weren't good jobs until the unions got there.

5. You join with fellow workers to make amazing things happen.

There is no end to what human beings can accomplish when they work together. When you join with other workers in a union and stand together to better all of your lives, you become part of a movement that has shaped our country. Together, workers can stand up to the largest corporations in the world and win. Unions improve conditions for the people in them, but also for the people around them. When you join a union, you change the world.

Helping You Successfully Prove Your Claim

There is no doubt that irrefutably proving a claim can be difficult, regardless of the circumstances surrounding your injury. Our team understands this and is capable of accruing the necessary documents to further substantiate your claim.

These documents can include the details of:

• Workplace injuries
• OSHA violations
• Safety records
• Employer compliance

Additionally, many union workers fear that by taking time off to recuperate, they will lose their position within the organization. We can work tirelessly with your union to carry out your contract rights to retain your position. Our goal is to uphold your best interests, even amidst challenging circumstances.

Begin Today with an Oakland Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

When your right to fair compensation is on the line, time is of the essence. We at Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers move swiftly on behalf of our clients and remain focused on the end goal throughout the entirety of each case.

Why let your union organization take away what is rightfully yours? Start pursuing your compensation today – contact our firm for legal assistance that makes a difference.