What is taken into consideration when an insurance co offers a wage differential settlement?

It would be best to ask your attorney, as he or she can get all the relevant facts from you, and give your the best advice to maximize your...

Employment injury

It can't be stressed too much, that you should consult a local attorney early on, to best protect your rights.

I have worked with walmart tire lube express asked for a leave of absence due to illness however my illness was dislocated discs

Your injury sounds like a cumulative trauma, or repetetive stress, due to your job. You should consult a local attorney, who can get all the...

Generally, if you are unable to accept work, you are not eligible for unemployment, where as, if you are unable to work due to a medical condition,...

It depends on what happens at the status conference. Sometimes the case can be settled, sometimes it is determined that more information is needed,...

You are entitled to ask your lawyer to sit down and explain it to you, and if he or she won't, you would be justified in looking for new lawyer. It...

California worker compensation Treatment Request Date

You can appeal the denial by appealing through the IMR process; you can dispute the denial through the WCAB; and you can file a complaint with the...

Do I need a disability Rating for a work comp settlement?

The disability rating is what determines, in part, the value of your case. Although you may be able to settle the case, without a disability...

What happens next

At the status conference, your attorney will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face with the defense attorney. Hopefully that will allow your...

I was seen by a Dr. He stated that I do have a permanent impairment but he gave me a 0% impairment rating. What can I do?

You will want to consult with a local workers compensation attorney as soon as possible. This is the best way, to protect your rights.