Can a new employer see if you’re on Workmen’s Comp. or not

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) an employer is NOT supposed to ask a prospective employee if he or she has previous workers'...

How long does it take for Defense Attorney to walk through C&R?

Many law firms that specialize in workers' compensation defense are backed up in getting documents typed up. Sometimes typing delays of three weeks...

Defense Deposing QME over 3 year old TTD status ?

We hear hardship stories like yours on a near daily basis. Both sides have rights in the system and if the defendant wants to take the Qualified...

Can i sue company or refinirey for working in asbestos without proper protection in Martinez ,Ca.

You need to provide more information. As a general rule, do not name a specific employer on a public web site as your privacy might be waived, for...

State of California Department of Industrial Relation Labor of Commissioner Stop Order Penalty Workers Comp?

Few attorneys will tell you not to comply with a valid order of a government agency.-unless you file a timely appeal and exhaust your appeal rights...

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How do I proceed with my claim? Do I need a Lawyer?

A core reason for mandatory auto insurance is to cover situations such as yours. Hopefully, you have motor vehicle insurance which is mandatory in...

I was off work for 3 weeks for medical reasons. I used my own vacation time for the 3 weeks then realized it was work related.

Kathleen Siemont's answer is comprehensive and accurate; follow her advice. The two check probably came from two sources: the workers' compensation...

How can I take legal action on attorney that forged my signature on a workers compensation case

The facts and circumstances of what document the attorney purportedly signed on your behalf need to be disclosed by you and the facts developed...

Can i make a new claim for an ongoing injury if i'm already on a medical stipulation?

Just because you sustained an injury over a decade ago, that prior injury does not mean that you can never again encounter a work-related injury....

What happens when an Employer fails to Workmen's Compensation the injury report form I handed in to them?

Read attorney Ralph Powell's answer, above, and implement the plan of action provided. In any employment matter, including workers' compensation...