Get CA Time Of Hire Pamphlet

Kate Sidora is DWC's Director of External and Media Relations. In this role she will manage DWC's government relations, legislative activities, and stakeholder outreach. She most recently served as DWC's public information officer.

Labor Code Section 4800 (4800 Time) It provides for up to one year of full salary in lieu of other benefits for injuries that occur in the line of duty. This section does not apply to periods of disability, which occur subsequent to termination of employment by resignation, retirement, or dismissal.

Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC)

DWC-7 Notice to Employees-Injuries Caused by Work (English and Spanish). This form provides your employees with information regarding workers' compensation benefits and the Medical Provider Network (MPN) in California.

This pamphlet, or a similar one that has been approved by the Administrative Director, must be given to all newly hired employees in the State of California. Employers and claims administrators may use the content of this document and put their logos and additional information on it.

Required Notices and Pamphlets UI, DI, and PFL - Notice to Employees (DE 1857A) (PDF) UI only - Notice to Employees - Unemployment Insurance Benefits (DE 1857D) (PDF) DI and PFL only - Notice to Employees (DE 1858) (PDF)

Calculating California Workers' Compensation Benefits In California, if you are injured on the job, you are entitled to receive two-thirds of your pretax gross wage. This is set by state law and also has a maximum allowable amount.

Following the Workers' Comp Claim Process Request an "Employee's Claim for Workers' Compensation Benefits" form from your supervisor (it's also known as a DWC 1 form). Your employer must give or mail you a claim form within one working day after learning about your injury or illness.