Do you have a case? The short answer is maybe, but, probably not. I assume you signed a Stipulation with Request for Award and eventually you...

Just settled case prematurley felt pressured employer was not taken care of the qme medical I need to reopen this case

Did you settle your case with a Compromise and Release or a Stipulation with Request for Award? The paperwork you have should say one of these two...

Can I still reopen my case and get my 60% salary, and medical transportation after my settlement on February 2014',

You were probably receiving Temporary Disability, which is 2/3 of your average weekly wages, until you were seen by a Agreed Medical Evaluator who...

How long after a settlement amount agreement does it take to settle and close a workers comp case?

After a settlement agreement is reached, the Defendant typically forwards settlement documents to your attorney. Your attorney will have you sign...

Re: worker's compensation claim.

Did you sign a fee agreement with this attorney? If you did, and the attorney abandoned you just prior to a doctor's deposition, perhaps you should...

I posted a question to you guys (attorneys). It was about my atty. not returning my phone calls.Can I get an advance on my suit

I don't know the facts of your case, but, in most cases you are not wise to switch attorneys. I don't mean to sound harsh, but, I will tell you...

Employee claiming injury a year later....

You give her a DWC 1 claim form and report the incident to your workers' comp carrier. You should tell the carrier about the prior injury from one...

I NEED TO KNOW IF THE DISABILITY PAYMENTS AND WORKMAN COMP PAYMENTS I RECEIVED ARE TAXABLE.

As a general rule Temporary Disability and Permanent Disability payments are not subject to income tax. If you need further clarification, talk to...

CA Wrks Comp I need an attorney to help me with the appeals process (Petition for Reconsideration—forward). PLEASE HELP!

I will tell you upfront, at this late stage you may have a tough time finding a reputable attorney to take your case. You may have to ask the...

Ex-parte communication is a communication that is not sent to the other party at the same time it is sent to the QME. Advocacy letters are allowed...