Los Angeles Sports Injury Lawyers
More Than $900 Million Recovered in Workers’ Compensation Claims
The California workers’ compensation system is meant to assist injured workers who have sustained on-the-job injuries. This includes professional athletes who suffer sports-related injuries. Like any other injured employee, professional athletes are eligible to receive temporary and/or permanent disability benefits through their team’s insurance provider.
If you are a professional athlete and you were injured while training, practicing, or engaging in a competitive event—or if you were otherwise injured while “working”—reach out to the Los Angeles sports injury lawyers at Hinden & Breslavsky. This is a very complex and unique area of workers’ compensation law; you need a legal team that understands the ins and outs of the process. You need Hinden & Breslavsky.
Contact us online or call (323) 553-7560 to speak to a member of our legal team. Your initial consultation is entirely free and confidential.
Common Sports Injuries
Due to the physical nature of most sports, professional athletes are far more prone to minor and major injuries than many other people in different occupations. These injuries can be both traumatic and cumulative in nature; in some cases, an athlete may not realize the full extent of his/her injuries until after he/she has retired.
Some of the most common sports injuries include:
- Muscle strains and sprains caused by overuse
- ACL strains and tears
- Broken bones
- Concussions and other head injuries
- Brain injuries (including traumatic brain injuries)
- Spinal cord injuries, which can lead to paralysis
- Hip flexor strains
- Shin splints
- Hamstring strains
- Tennis/golf elbow
- Shoulder, neck, and back injuries
- Dislocations
- Joint problems
Such injuries can leave you unable to compete temporarily or, in severe cases, permanently. Additionally, it is not at all uncommon for professional athletes to experience the effects of cumulative injuries long after they have retired.
Workers’ Compensation for Professional Athletes
In California, professional athletes are considered “employees” and, just like any other employee, they are entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits when they are injured on the job.
Depending on the nature of your injuries, in addition to other relevant factors, you may be able to receive the following types of compensation:
- Temporary disability benefits
- Permanent disability benefits
- Life pension (for athletes rated 70% or more disabled)
- Vocational rehabilitation (“re-training”) up to $16,000
Though somewhat more difficult, you may still be able to recover benefits if you are already retired. You will need to show that you were not informed of your right to workers’ compensation and that you were not otherwise aware of these rights. Additionally, you may be able to recover workers’ compensation benefits if you played for a team outside of the state of California.
Put 40+ Years of Experience in Your Corner
It is important that you contact a knowledgeable attorney for help with your claim. The Los Angeles sports injury lawyers at Hinden & Breslavsky understand the numerous complexities involved in this area of law, and we can help you seek the maximum compensation you are entitled to receive.
There are no fees unless we recover compensation for you; call (323) 553-7560 or contact us online to learn more.
Hear What Our Clients Say
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“Not only are they the most dedicated to making sure our injured workers get the help they need, but they are greatly educated when it comes to the laws of workers comp.”
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“I finally have a resolution and can move on with my life and work on getting myself as back to normal as possible.”
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“They will get you your disability benefits as much as allowed under the law and they will never sell out.”
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Why Choose Our Firm?
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Multilingual Firm
We offer services in English, Spanish, Russian, Hebrew & Farsi.
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Aggressive Advocacy
Our team will vigorously advocate on your behalf so that you can put all of your attention into your health.
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Team-Based Approach
When we represent you, all of our dedicated professionals will be behind your case.
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Experience & Dedication
With more than three decades of experience, we know what strategies are most effective for obtaining maximum compensation for our clients.
At Hinden & Breslavsky, we will walk you step by step through the entire process and make sure that any questions you have are answered promptly.
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