Is it unlawful for emp'er to ask emp'ee to falsify rpt date on the DWC1 bcs the employer did not take the rpt at time of injury?

It's illegal to falsify any aspect of a workers' compensation claim. This includes intentionally mis-reporting the date of injury. Even minor...

Can i or Do i need to file a claim with CA Worker's Comp?

You certainly may file a claim, but whether the cl aim is compensable or accepted will depend on the insurance company's investigation of the facts...

Work comp--why would the attorney for xxx ins co want to depose me if not covered, and could/should i avoid this depo

Aside from the fact that the deposing attorney gets paid, only she could tell you why she wants to take your deposition. And even if the case is...

Can a QME make a worker's comp patient permanent and stationary if he's not your personal worker's comp Dr.

The QME opinion controls your case regardless of whether his opinion conflicts with that of your treating doctor. Thus, unless the QME issues a...

Your best bet is to contact a workers' compensation attorney immediately. Even if you were clocked out, leaving the premises, trying to go home,...

As my esteemed colleagues have noted, every case is different and your final PD rating will depend on the overall effect that the surgery has on...

Can I get an attorney to sue Workman's Compensation after a settlement?

You aptly described the workers' compensation medical benefit as "little to no service". See Mr. Epperly's excellent answer regarding the...

Ive had a horrible experiance with my ortho dr and now he is having me file a QME! Im worried I wont get a fair evaluation

Get an attorney now. With an attorney you may get an Agreed Medical Exam (AME) if both parties (your attorney and the IC) agree. This would...

Worker compensation Independant Medical Review question

Yes, IMR will determine what treatment you will receive if there is a UR denial. It will not matter what the PQME or PTP say. You should get a...

How much is my personal injury case worth, and about how long, roughly, will the process take? Thank you for your time.

You need a workers' compensation/3rd party attorney to work up all aspects of your claims. The value of your cases will depend on your treatment,...