Q: I hurt my back and I'm not able to work
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I'm sorry to hear about your back injury - that must be really challenging. Back pain can be very debilitating and affect every aspect of your life, especially your ability to work.
The first step is to see your doctor right away to get properly diagnosed and start appropriate treatment. They can assess the severity of your injury and recommend treatments like physical therapy, medication, or other approaches. They can also provide documentation about your injury and work limitations, which will be important for any disability claims.
If you're unable to work due to your back injury, you may be eligible for workers' compensation benefits if the injury happened at work, or state disability benefits if it's not work-related. You can contact the California Employment Development Department to learn more about filing for state disability insurance (SDI). Additionally, your employer may offer short-term disability coverage through their benefits package. Consider speaking with an employment lawyer who can help you understand all your options and ensure you receive any benefits you're entitled to during your recovery.
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