I worked on the same job for almost 30 years , now have arthritis .

California law fully recognizes that people sustain injuries through "cumulative trauma." Yours seems to be a classic case of a cumulative trauma...

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I was given a slightly higher rating by workers comp Adminstrative Director recently. I have 2 questions.

Assuming that the medical-legal reporting indicates that there is at least some potential need for further medical treatment, you are probably...

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I live in Ca and Ive had an open workman's comp case for over a year should i settle?

I think I can safely tell you that if they offer you anything over $12,000,000 to settle your case, it is probably a good settlement. Otherwise,...

My work injury

Since you have a workers' comp lawyer, your attorney should be taking care of doing what is necessary to get any records or reports that are...

Was p&s'd/mmi on 9/25/13 by pqme

"P&S," and "MMI," simply mean that your condition has reached a plateau. It is at a stage where the level of permanent disability, if any, can be...

I signed a Compromise and Release form in CA. I was told they had to pay me within 30 days or there is a penalty. Correct?

I'm a little confused. Are you saying that the address for you that was written on the compromise and release agreement was incorrect, or that...

Worker comp doctor told me to stay home for 3 days while he gonna order in a MRI for me

If these are the only days that you have missed, you're not going to get paid for them, unless and until you end up missing at least 14 days. ...

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What can be expected in a Workers Comp Death benefits claim after hearing back from the employers insurance company?

You really need to sit down with your attorney and find out what is going on. If your lawyer won't meet with you to answer your questions, you...

What can be expected in a Workers Comp Death benefits claim after hearing back from the employers insurance company?

You really need to sit down with your attorney and find out what is going on. If your lawyer won't meet with you to answer your questions, you...

Should I sign a General Release from a layoff if I have an open Worker's Comp claim?

While signing the release will probably not affect your right to workers' compensation benefits, you don't need to add any additional obstacles to...