Is it too late to file a QME for workers comp?

Statute of Limitations defenses are disliked by the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) so it never hurts to file a claim even if there is a...

Can I get written up while I'm under light duty due to worker's comp?

Assuming your employment is "At will," which it probably is, you can be fired for any non-discriminatory reason. Failing to follow your doctor’s...

California Workers’ Comp.; Attorney’s Fee question.

This is a fact specific inquiry and no attorney is going to be able to answer because the figure will vary from one judge to the next. As I...

I am scheduled for back surgery next month but will also be scheduled for a qme right after surgery. how will this affect my qme

I think one of two things is happening: Option one, your case is denied and the adjuster wants you to go to a QME to determine if your injury is...

Do I need to write a letter of dismissal after filing the paperwork for dismissal of workers compensation attorney?

Your new attorney should file the dismissal of attorney and get your case file from your previous attorney.

I JUST CLOSED MY CASE WITH MY EMPLOYER, I ONLY RECIEVED EDD FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS WHEN MY CASE IS CLOSED DO I HAVE TO PAY BACK EDD

If you have an attorney, call and ask him/her this question. If you do not have an attorney, do you have a copy of the settlement documents?...

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Could I ask for lost income , in workman comp settlements?

You have a right to “ask” for anything in settlement negotiations but I doubt the adjuster will agree to pay you for overtime you might have made...

California worker compensation, hypothetical question that involves SB863

I would not wait to sign, date, and either fax or mail in the one page IMR application that comes with your Utilization Review. The adjuster is...

Can i get compensation for not working 3 days ? got feet problems Cause for walking a lot in a mall ,the patrol car got broken

Although I am not a doctor, I am very familiar with plantar fasciitis. This condition is often caused by your foot over pronating and can be...

Is there any consideration for lost wages if your compensation was higher than the maximum allowable for benefits?

The maximum total temporary disability (TTD) rate for a 2012 date of injury is $1010.50 a week. If this is the amount you are receiving, it is the...

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