Bill would require employers to inform injured workers of rights to attorney

California employers would have to post a notice that an injured worker has a right to an attorney under a bill introduced Monday.

A.B. 1870, which has not been assigned to a committee, amends state law that already requires employers to “post and keep posted in a conspicuous location frequented by employees,” an “easily read” notice that provides details on which entities manage workers compensation insurance and claims, and where to report injuries and a worker’s rights to medical care.

The bill states that a revised notice would have to include that the “injured employee may consult a licensed attorney to advise them of their rights under workers compensations laws” and that “(i)n some instances, attorney’s fees may be paid from an injured employee’s recovery.”