Hello the workers compensation judge ordered a stay until my husband received a fully ratable report. What does that mean ?

It sounds like your husband has a spinal injury. While the report says there is no disability, the judge has looked at the evidence, including an...

Is it harder to get worker's comp medical benefits if I quit my job?

It looks like your employer may be playing games with you. Bring this to your attorney's attention. If you dont have an attorney, it may be time...

Can i change my attorney?

If you do seek a new attorney, make sure you ask questions up front when you meet a potential attorney so that you know what to expect. You should...

If I am assessed with workplace hearing loss am I able to claim for hearing aids as a medical expense before claim finalized

If you are found to have an industrial injury you are entitled to reasonable medical treatment and do not have to wait for a settlement. I would...

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How long does it take a W.C.A.B judge to approve or deny a settlement case after they suspended it?

You can call the judge's secretary and ask for a status. If the judge does not feel the documents are sufficient he or she will like set your case...

I have a msc hearing coming up and i still need future care for injuries and also my condition got worse .i have not recovered.

If your condition is permanent and stationary or at maximum medical improvement, then you may be in a position to enter into stipulated award or...

I need a will, what is the least expensive route to do this and if I die before my workers comp settles can I will this away?

As for workers compensation, if you die, an future benefits die with you. Your estate will be entitled to any past benefits that were due but not...

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I was injured on the job. WC rep rejected MD's final report. Do I need an attorney vs. just see QME?

I would recommend that you see an attorney before you pick a QME. Even if the attorney does not take the case, they may be able to give you some...

Could an attorney negotiate for me extra retiree health care subsidy? My workers compensation attorney won't handle this.

If you are able to negotiate anything, it would likely need to be in connection with your settlement and your resignation. If an employer is...

I was told that I don't need to cite unpub case law to Work comp Judge & Defense & Carrier for a case I plan to use at hearing.

While it is true that you should not cite unpublished opinions to the WCAB on a recon or to the court of appeal, if you bring it to the judge at a...