Questions answered by Karen Dena Steinitz

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I received perm disability $ previous to hiring my attorney and am now settling Stip & Award,who is liable for the attorney fee?

Karen's answer | Answered on April 01, 2016

Let's assume you decide to do a Stip with open medical. As the other attorneys wrote, there is a standard fee that comes out of your award....

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One of the requirements is medical provider documents no more than 49 days. Will I lose the 10 weeks of disability pay?

Karen's answer | Answered on March 29, 2016

When you say California State disability are you talking about the EDD? The EDD may go back before the 49 days if you indicate on your request an...

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Can I claim workers compensation ?

Karen's answer | Answered on March 25, 2016

What the other attorneys were saying is true: however there are some exceptions to the "statute of limitations" rule that might guide you a...

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In california what is the state law regarding w comp settlement offers near 5 years after injury &do i ask4 penalties interest?

Karen's answer | Answered on March 19, 2016

I agree with the other attorneys. To answer your question: P&I may be negotiable. But I don't think they will agree. You may have to request it be...

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What are the consequences for my employer for not reporting past injuries? Any thoughts on any aspect of this would be great

Karen's answer | Answered on March 17, 2016

Did you get paid when you were off work? Your situation is common and very specific regarding your doctor's recommends and what your status is. I...

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What can I do about this? I am told that a AME is usually final. If this Dr is supposed to be Neutral? why isn' it in my report?

Karen's answer | Answered on March 10, 2016

Every attorney will on this forum will tell you this, "talk to your attorney," it's not too late to get clarification and it's not uncommon for an...

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Is this right?? Work injury with disinterested lawyer

Karen's answer | Answered on March 09, 2016

I happened to agree with Mr. every. I'd like to break down your concern because they really are all valid and, as you have experienced them. ...

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What would my compensation be if my permenant impairment grade level is E and my lower extremities is 13% and my whole body is5%

Karen's answer | Answered on March 07, 2016

The WCAB has a disability evaluation unit DEU which does rate reports. Attorneys and unrepresented workers use this all the time. Based on what the...

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What comes next? In an ideal situation, how long will it take to conclude this settlement?

Karen's answer | Answered on March 02, 2016

I agree with Mr. Kopilenko. If the extra tests were done, than the QME should issue a report within one to two months indicating if his opinions...

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What are the standard practices of employers when handling settlements with workmans comp claims

Karen's answer | Answered on March 02, 2016

First, I'm sorry to hear that at this stage in your father's career, he has this extra burden of dealing with a work injury. I'm not sure what...

Karen Dena Steinitz's Answers (344)

I received perm disability $ previous to hiring my attorney and am now settling Stip & Award,who is liable for the attorney fee?

One of the requirements is medical provider documents no more than 49 days. Will I lose the 10 weeks of disability pay?

Can I claim workers compensation ?

In california what is the state law regarding w comp settlement offers near 5 years after injury &do i ask4 penalties interest?

What are the consequences for my employer for not reporting past injuries? Any thoughts on any aspect of this would be great

What can I do about this? I am told that a AME is usually final. If this Dr is supposed to be Neutral? why isn' it in my report?

Is this right?? Work injury with disinterested lawyer

What would my compensation be if my permenant impairment grade level is E and my lower extremities is 13% and my whole body is5%

What comes next? In an ideal situation, how long will it take to conclude this settlement?

What are the standard practices of employers when handling settlements with workmans comp claims