Questions answered by Scott Douglas Silberman

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Can I file a civil suit against a workers comp provider in CA? Such as for negligence or on other grounds?

Scott's answer | Answered on July 13, 2014

If you can find a way, let me know!! I am sure that many of us have clients that would love to sue the carrier. The best way i know of is to use...

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Is there a good attorney to civil sue a bad attorney?

Scott's answer | Answered on July 13, 2014

It seems strange that the attorney said that she was going to petition to be dismissed, but then never did. As for the fees, a judge awards fees...

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Found by a judge that the applicant is entitled to TD from a date to the present and continuing What does "continuing" mean?

Scott's answer | Answered on July 13, 2014

I agree with Igor as to the fact that the insurance carrier will likely need to file a petition to terminate in order to stop your benefits;...

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Got injured at work last year, since then I been in state disability payment, until June 10th 2014, now back with workers comp

Scott's answer | Answered on July 13, 2014

It seems based on your question that workers compensation started paying on June 10th, but then you ask if they will pay from June 12 to the...

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As a public safety employee in CA, when amending a workers comp claim, do i get another year of 4850 time for the new injury?

Scott's answer | Answered on July 13, 2014

It sounds like it is all from the same injury, in that you did not return to work at all during the 10 months you waited. If you did return during...

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How will i support my family and save my home.

Scott's answer | Answered on July 13, 2014

I agree, there is not much information here, but i do have some suggestions for when you see the QME. First, you know your job better then anyone....

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No sure what I need to do? worker comp injury case

Scott's answer | Answered on July 13, 2014

I agree that you need to see an attorney. Your case has been stag net for some time. It appears that the remainder of your question has been cut...

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Can i go back to work with restrictions eventhough I have not settle??

Scott's answer | Answered on July 13, 2014

Yes, you can go back before you settle. Most people who return to work do this before they settle their case. After you are MMI, if your employer...

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Are you able to collect Temporary Partial Disability if you have to work somewhere else but are not permanent and stationary?

Scott's answer | Answered on July 13, 2014

Yes. If you are not able to do your usual and customary work, and because of that you are working for less wages with either this employer or...

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How many job displacement benefit awards can I get if I have 3 dates of injury for two different body parts?

Scott's answer | Answered on July 13, 2014

While some may not agree, i am of the opinion that you get one for each of your injuries as they are separate and distinct. I think there may be...

Scott Douglas Silberman's Answers (690)

Can I file a civil suit against a workers comp provider in CA? Such as for negligence or on other grounds?

Is there a good attorney to civil sue a bad attorney?

Found by a judge that the applicant is entitled to TD from a date to the present and continuing What does "continuing" mean?

Got injured at work last year, since then I been in state disability payment, until June 10th 2014, now back with workers comp

As a public safety employee in CA, when amending a workers comp claim, do i get another year of 4850 time for the new injury?

How will i support my family and save my home.

No sure what I need to do? worker comp injury case

Can i go back to work with restrictions eventhough I have not settle??

Are you able to collect Temporary Partial Disability if you have to work somewhere else but are not permanent and stationary?

How many job displacement benefit awards can I get if I have 3 dates of injury for two different body parts?