Do I need a lawyer

Assuming you worked for a company and the “customer” hired the company you work for, you probably need an attorney that handles both Workers’ Comp...

Meeting with a client right before a deposition is common practice and in my opinion the best practice so that you remember what your attorney...

Your questions raise several issues which I will try to address. You do not have a right to Temporary Disability if you are permanent and...

Is the Post Judgment Interest Against a Permissibly Self Insured Public Entity (school district)10 % or 7% in California?

As always, I agree with Mr. Borah; 7% is correct.

Is there a department at the Workmans Comp Appeals Board that can help an injured worker and give advice?

Your attorney is only allowed to accept a contingency fee of up to 15%. If your attorney is charging more to represent you in a Workers’ Comp case...

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Are there any laws that protect me im at the point of quiting my job due to chronic stress from my job with severe chest pains

Job related stress and resulting heart trouble, stomach upset, etc. are work related injuries and you would be wise to consult with a reputable WC...

I have had recent luck with citing sources other than the ODG. Received an overturn of a CPAP by citing a few article written about the dangers of...

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Is my employer violating my workers' comp rights?

Employers are not required to pay you for time spent on visits to your workers’ comp appointments; they are only required to allow you time off to...

What is my recourse on a CA State Fund Lifetime Medical award?

The California State Legislature passed and Governor Jerry Brown signed into law Senate Bill 863 (SB 863). These new laws took effect for you and...

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My doctor asked me to sign a form that I have to pay for workers compensation urine test if the insurance company denies his bil

Can your doctor make you pay for WC medication? This is not customary but I understand the doctor wanting to be paid. You can review Labor Code...

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