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Do I Qualify for Workers' Compensation Benefits?

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In accordance with California Assembly Bill 1309, a professional athlete may lawfully file a claim for workers' compensation benefits, given at least one the following circumstances:

  • Contract: The athlete signed or formulated a professional contract in the State of California with a team or employer.
  • Residence: The athlete established permanent residence in the State of California during his or her professional athletic career.
  • California teams/affiliates: The athlete played exclusively or predominately for a professional sports team, employer, or its affiliates in the State of California.
  • Agent or representative: The athlete retained a California agent or representative during their professional athletic career.

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Workers’ Compensation Benefits Available to Professional Athletes

As a professional athlete, you may be entitled to the following benefits under California workers' compensation laws:

  • Permanent disability
  • Temporary disability
  • Medical/legal evaluations
  • Short term/lifetime future medical care
  • Supplemental job displacement benefits/vocational rehabilitation

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