In California workers' compensation, when does the waiting period begin after a work injury?

In California workers' compensation, when does the waiting period begin after a work injury?

• A. The date of the injury
• B. 2 days after the injury
• C. 1 day after the injury
• D. 3 days after the injury

Answer: (A)

The waiting period starts on the date of the injury. In California workers’ compensation, there is a three-day waiting period before temporary disability benefits become payable. That means if you’re still disabled after those three days, benefits begin on the fourth day. If the injury requires hospitalization, the waiting period can be waived, and benefits may begin sooner.

The waiting period starts on the date of the injury. In California workers’ compensation, there is a three-day waiting period before temporary disability benefits become payable. That means if you’re still disabled after those three days, benefits begin on the fourth day. If the injury requires hospitalization, the waiting period can be waived, and benefits may begin sooner.