Netflix Studio Workplace Accident Injury Attorney

Netflix, founded in 1997 in Scotts Valley, California, is now headquartered in Los Gatos. Netflix Studios began business as part of Netflix Inc. in 2013, and now they have production facilities across the United States and all over the world. Burbank and Hollywood are home to the California studio operations as Netflix continues to expand its operations to other parts of the country and overseas. With more than 3,000 employees in California alone, spanning more than just their headquarters, their footprint in Southern California is substantial. If you are a Netflix Studio employee who has been hurt at work, there are some crucial details about the California worker’s compensation program you will want to know about.

The job roles with any company the size of Netflix Studios cover a vast range of skills, education, and core competencies. When you are employed at a large production facility that specializes in studio productions, most of the key roles on projects will almost always be staffed by Netflix employees. All of these jobs do have at least one thing they share, and that is no matter what the role is, from project management to set construction or electrician and everything else that is in between, you are covered by the worker’s compensation program in the State of California if you are injured at work.

If you are hurt and you need a Netflix Studio workplace accident injury attorney, Normandie Law Firm is ready to assist you with any questions you may have. We are available to take your call around the clock. Our number one goal is to provide you with the information you need to know regarding coverages and benefits under worker’s compensation. This will help you make informed decisions about your next steps. Our professional legal team will also schedule you for a free initial consultation with a Netflix Studio workplace accident injury attorney. We will be ready to review the claim information with you as soon as you are able to meet.

During that in-person meeting, you will be asked to give the legal team all of the pertinent details about your accident at Netflix Studios. You should cover the circumstances surrounding the accident, any history dealing with the hazard that caused the incident, as well as the details of your injuries and diagnosis. Normandie Law Firm will focus on explaining the worker’s compensation program in the State of California and how best it might address your needs now and in the future. We will review with you the benefits that, in our years of combined experience, will help you today and tomorrow. One focal point of discussion in that first meeting is going to be the time limit to get your worker’s compensation claim opened.

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The Time Limit For Filing A Worker’s Compensation Claim In California
In California, the time limit is 30 calendar days to file your claim with worker’s compensation. The time limit starts on the day of your accident and the resulting injury. The 30 day time limit still applies even if you are no longer employed at Netflix Studio after your accident. You can open a claim as long as the accident occurred on their property and you were employed at the time. There are some exceptions to the 30 day time limit, and one of those is injuries you suffer that have been advised are due to cumulative trauma.

What Is Cumulative Trauma For An Injury At Work?
Cumulative trauma is defined as injuries that have occurred as a result of activity over a period of time. Often, these actions are repetitive, such as using a keyboard, which can lead to carpal tunnel, or lifting heavy items, which can result in back strain. If you are diagnosed with an injury that doctors tell you is from cumulative trauma, you can still file a claim under worker’s compensation even though the injury doesn’t have a specific start date. The time limit for this type of injury with worker’s compensation in the State of California is one year, beginning on the date of the first day of work you missed due to the injury.

What Are The Common Injuries And Workplace Hazards In A Film Studio?
From a statistical point of view, some jobs have common injuries based on the role and the environment in which an employee works every day. The hazards are also common for an employee, as they might run into them on a daily basis. No matter what the job role is, this remains a critical part of the answer to what injuries are most common. Please understand that in any environment, there will be some injuries and hazards that have no real correlation to the business or location. The different injuries and dangers that Normandie Law Firm sees in the film industry include some common types as well as some unique ones. The most common injuries and hazards are:

• Broken or fractured bones due to constant movement of heavy items around the set and overhead, as well as the continual use of ladders and booms to set up and tear down scenes, as well as common slip and fall injuries
• Sprains cause damage to the connective tissue of joints or complete joint dislocations caused by constant movement over ground, and the presence of cables and other material underfoot
• Back and neck injuries, including strains and pinched nerves, are caused by uncomfortable positions as employees reach and stretch to perform tasks like the hanging of lighting or decorations
• Head injuries that range from a severe concussion to skull fractures caused by falling props or debris from special effects being filmed on set, as well as common tripping and falling injuries
• Other hazards can arise, and they have little or nothing at all to do with the job.
• Equipment that may shock or burn, like a coffee pot or small oven, in a break room
• Environmental issues like fire, flooding, and weather events like heavy rains or tornadoes
• Being exposed to harsh cleaning chemicals in any type of work environment
• Prolonged loud noises over long periods of time

Are My Injuries Going To Be Covered By Worker’s Compensation?
Generally speaking, if you are hurt while doing your job as an employee, you can expect that your injury will be covered by the California worker’s compensation program. There are no absolute answers to any question, and there are some exceptions to being covered at work. In situations where an employee is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or has a self-inflicted injury, are two examples. If an investigation finds the employee’s physical or mental state is a contributing factor in the accident or injury, it is highly likely that worker’s compensation will not approve the claim and pay any benefits at all.

If you are injured at work, Normandie Law Firm always recommends you get a complete medical examination during treatment. All the injuries you might have received need to be diagnosed and treated as soon as possible if you intend to file a claim with worker’s compensation. It is very common for someone who gets injured to be unaware of their injuries or their extent until sometimes days later.

Key Worker’s Compensation Program Benefits In California
Below is a list of some of the essential benefits that are part of the worker’s compensation insurance if you experience a Netflix Studio workplace accident injury.

• A total of 1 million dollars per incident to cover medical care, including any hospitalization or emergency room treatment, any services by a specialist, costs of prescriptions, any physical therapy, and the rental cost of devices such as canes, crutches, braces, or wheelchairs
• If the employee is not able to return to work until they are recovered, they can receive up to 66% of their regular weekly income
• If the employee might suffer long-term disability from their injuries, the program offers temporary long-term disability payments
• If the injuries are going to stop the employee from returning to work in their specific job, they will be eligible for vocational training to assist them in finding a new job when they are cleared by doctors to return to work

Can I Sue My Company If Worker’s Compensation Does Not Cover All Of My Costs?
Most of the time, that answer is going to be no; you are not permitted to sue your company for being injured. Once an employee files a claim with worker’s compensation for coverage, they are now prohibited from filing a personal injury lawsuit against their employer. An exception to that situation is if the company is responsible for contributing to or causing the injuries, then it should be discussed with your attorney as soon as this information is learned. In cases like this, it brings an opportunity to sue if gross negligence by the employer caused the hazard and created the conditions that led to the employee’s injury.

Gross negligence is defined as willful misconduct or a reckless disregard for the safety of others. If you believe this has happened or has contributed to the cause of the accident, please make sure you tell the Netflix Studio workplace accident injury attorney as soon as you believe this to be the case. A lawsuit may be filed independent of the worker’s compensation claim.

Another example of a potential lawsuit is if the company attempts to restrict your response to a workplace injury, threatening pay cuts, a change in hours, relocation, or termination. If you suffer an injury as an employee and have questions, we will help get you the answers you need, including answering questions related to filing a lawsuit based on the circumstances that contributed to or actually caused your injuries.

Our Policy On Upfront Costs At Normandie Law Firm
When you need to hire a Netflix Studio workplace accident injury attorney, the Normandie Law Firm will not ask you for any upfront legal fees before we take your case, offer assistance, or answer questions. We will bill you only after your case is completed successfully. If you do not win your worker’s comp claim or if we represent you in a lawsuit and do not win your suit in court, you will not be billed at all. If you have to open a worker’s compensation claim or pursue a personal injury lawsuit, please do not hesitate to get in touch with the legal team at Normandie Law Firm. We are ready to help you recover the costs of your treatment, lost wages and out of pocket costs.

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