Should he file workers comp?

Yes, your father has a right to file a claim for what is called cumulative trauma injury, meaning the injury occurred over time, and was not a...

If I am injured at work by no fault of my own which results in a break or dislocation of a body part am I entitled to a lump sum

Yes, if you have a permanent loss of use or loss of function in your shoulder, you will be entitled to a settlement for your permanent disability,...

You should immediately consult an attorney in workers compensation about your case. If it is work related, you need to get a case filed with the...

There is simply no way to recommend to you to accept or to reject the offer for settlement without a through review of the facts of your case, your...

If you have been informed by your doctor that you may have a cumulative trauma claim, you should report your injury to work, and I would recommend...

Can a second lawsuit be filed with Safeway Grocery Stores?

It makes a big difference if you were an injured worker for Safeway, or a customer at Safeway. If you were an injured worker, you can either...

You can hire a different attorney to represent you at any time, you do not need to send any complaint letters prior to you retaining a different...

If you are not represented by an attorney for workers compensation, I would recommend you have a consultation with one as soon as possible. You may...

Most likely EDD has filed a lien in your case, and the insurance company would most likely have to pay back EDD for the disability payments they...

Filing for workers compensation question: injured twice within a month, do I need to report the first injury?

Yes, you should report both dates of injury. It seems you injured your leg initially, and then possibly re-injured it again about 30 days later....