Report: Athletes cash in on Calif. workers’ comp – MiningJournal.net | News, Sports, Jobs, Marquette Information | The Mining Journal Dirk May Law February 25, 2013 Report: Athletes cash in on Calif. workers' comp – MiningJournal.net | News, Sports, Jobs, Marquette Information | The Mining Journal. Click above to read. Yes, even professional athletes may be eligible for Workers’ Compensation claims.