About Carter Law Group — Employment Law Fresno California
Carter Law Group serves employment law Fresno clients whose claims grow out of workplace and on-the-job injuries. The firm is primarily an injury practice, and many of its cases connect to employment rights when a worker is hurt at work. Because California ties job-injury protections to employment law, the team helps clients pursue benefits and accountability. The firm offers multilingual support in Spanish, Hmong, Punjabi, and Hindi for Fresno County’s diverse workforce. You can also review other Fresno attorneys in the directory.
With more than 25 years of combined experience, the attorneys explain how a work-injury claim fits alongside workers’ comp. They handle the paperwork and deadlines that often overwhelm clients. As a result, injured workers can focus on recovery while the firm manages the case.
What Clients Say
Reviewers describe a client-centered team that communicates clearly. Clients mention responsive, multilingual staff and steady case updates. Many also note that the firm treats people with respect and keeps them informed at every turn.
Employment Law Fresno — Practice Areas & Services
- Workplace and on-the-job injury claims
- Third-party liability for work accidents
- Coordination with workers’ compensation benefits
- Catastrophic injury and wrongful death matters
- Multilingual service for Fresno workers
- Free consultation
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do after a workplace injury in Fresno?
Report the injury to your employer in writing as soon as possible, because delays can hurt your claim. Then get medical care and keep copies of every record. California law also protects you from retaliation for filing a workers’ comp claim.
How long do I have to file a workers’ compensation claim in California?
You generally have one year from the date of injury to file a claim. Cumulative or repetitive-stress injuries can have a different starting point. A Fresno attorney can confirm your deadline and protect your right to benefits.
Where are Fresno workers’ compensation cases handled?
Disputed claims go before the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board, which has a district office serving the Fresno area. Hearings cover medical treatment, disability ratings, and benefit payments. Local counsel familiar with this board can guide you through each step.
Quick Facts: Employment Law in Fresno, California
- Workers’ Comp Coverage: California requires coverage for every employer with one or more employees — California Division of Workers’ Compensation
- Short-Tenure Claims: About 40% of California workers’ comp claims involve workers with under one year on the job — CA Division of Workers’ Compensation
- 2025 Rate Filing: The WCIRB recommended an 11.2% advisory rate increase, citing rising claim frequency — Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau



