Athlete Law Group, P.C. is a California-based workers’ compensation law firm dedicated exclusively to representing professional athletes in work-related injury claims. As specialists in California workers’ compensation law, we advocate for athletes who were injured while competing for their teams. We understand the unique legal and medical challenges athletes face, and we are committed to securing the benefits they are owed.

If you played, trained, or verbally agreed to your contract in California, you may be entitled to California workers’ compensation benefits, regardless of where your team was based. California law provides broad protections for athletes with any meaningful connection to the state, and you don’t need to have played for a California team to qualify.

Even if your playing days are long behind you, you are likely still eligible to file a claim. California’s tolling statutes can pause the statute of limitations, meaning athletes can often pursue benefits years after their careers have ended. Don’t assume you’re out of time—many former athletes still qualify regardless of when they played. It’s not uncommon to see tax-free settlements ranging from $10,000 to $200,000.

Almost all athletes have suffered cumulative trauma injuries over the course of their careers, often without even realizing it. These injuries develop gradually from repetitive physical stress, such as throwing, running, lifting, or impact.

You gave your body to the game. We make sure you get something back.