San Diego Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
Injured at work in San Diego, or getting the runaround from the insurance company? Call for a free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win.
Where San Diego workers’ comp cases are heard
Disputes over workers’ comp benefits are decided by a judge at the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board. For San Diego, that is usually the San Diego district office. You don’t have to go it alone: we file the paperwork and represent you at every hearing.
WCAB San Diego District Office
7575 Metropolitan Drive, Suite 202 San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 767-2083
Work injuries we see from San Diego jobs
In 2024, the largest industries in San Diego were Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (108,356 workers), Health Care and Social Assistance (94,827 workers), and Manufacturing (71,543 workers). Each comes with its own common injuries:
Offices and technical services
Repetitive strain such as carpal tunnel, back and neck injuries, and work-related stress.
Hospitals, clinics and care homes
Back and shoulder injuries from lifting and moving patients, needlestick exposures, and assaults by patients.
Factories and production lines
Machine and crush injuries, hand and finger injuries, hearing loss, and repetitive strain on the line.
About 25% of San Diego residents were born outside the United States. If English isn’t your first language, you can talk with us in Spanish, and we’ll make sure nothing is lost in translation.
Working in San Diego
San Diego is the county seat and California's second-largest city, home to major Navy bases, shipyards, the Port of San Diego, UC San Diego and a large biotech and defense industry. Professional services, health care and manufacturing employ the most residents, alongside the hotels, restaurants and attractions that serve millions of visitors.
Key 2026 workers’ comp numbers
Temporary disability pays 2/3 of your average weekly wage, from $264.61 up to $1,764.11 per week in 2026. Report your injury within 30 days, and your employer must cover up to $10,000 in treatment while your claim is decided.
San Diego workers’ comp questions
Which workers' comp court handles San Diego cases?
Disputed workers' compensation claims from San Diego are generally assigned to the WCAB San Diego District Office, 7575 Metropolitan Drive, Suite 202 San Diego, CA 92108, phone (619) 767-2083. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board is the court that decides benefits when the insurance company denies or delays them.
Is there a workers' comp lawyer near San Diego?
Yes. Our closest office to San Diego is in Murrieta, about 58 miles away, and we also have an office in Palm Springs. Call (951) 677-8064 for a free consultation. Many cases can be started by phone.
What if my San Diego workers' comp claim is denied?
A denial isn't the final word. You can challenge it at the WCAB San Diego District Office. An attorney can gather medical evidence, request a qualified medical evaluation, and present your case to a judge.
I work in offices and technical services in San Diego. Is my injury covered?
Yes. Workers' comp covers injuries that happen on the job or are caused by your work, including ones that build up over time. Common injuries in this field include repetitive strain such as carpal tunnel, back and neck injuries, and work-related stress. You don't have to prove your employer was at fault.
Do you help Spanish-speaking workers in San Diego?
Yes. Se habla español. Call (951) 677-8064 and ask for help in Spanish.
Nearby cities we serve
Learn about medical care, temporary disability and permanent disability benefits.
Our nearest office
Murrieta: 29970 Technology Dr., Suite 220F, Murrieta, CA 92563
Directions · about 58 miles from San Diego
Palm Springs: 777 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Suite 200, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Get help with your San Diego workers’ comp claim today.
No fee unless we win. Se habla español.