The Pocket Guide to Workers' Compensation in California gives an overview of workers' compensation law and procedure. It provides a brief history of the law and a summary of citations to applicable statutes, regulations, and precedent cases. The guide includes pertinent resources, a glossary, and an index of terms. -- from the publisher's website.

Approximately one million people a year suffer job related injuries or illness in California. For many, receiving compensation can be a nightmare. Updated to reflect the most recent changes in the law, this book guides them through the process of filing a legitimate workers' comp claim. Includes step-by-step instructions and all necessary forms. Appendix of recent court cases.