I am 59 and will be collecting social security disability payments on my SS record. Husband is 70, working and receiving SS

I agree with other comments. I would add that any consideration of your husbands benefits would only apply to retirement, not disability. In most...

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The filing of your Serious and Willful Misconduct Petition protects the time limits once filed. Labor Code 4553 Governs the value of the S&W, which...

Usually two years from the date of injury. But if the worker who was injured has already filed, the workers compensation carrier can file a...

Is there a specific time frame to report a work injury in California?

I agree with the other responses. You should immediately file a claim. Speak with an attorney or seek out assistance from your local Workers...

My employers insurance company has been denying my WC claim of repetitive motion injuries and now wants to settle.

I agree with Heather. Your current attorney would be the best source for an answer since he has access to your medical information and other...

Can the disability payments from my jobs insurance company exceed 1 year? Not happy with atty, can I get another one?

This is a WC claim. the best thing you can do at this point is see a WC attorney who represents injured workers. I have reviewed the posts of the...

Ratings in the California WC system utilize the AMA Guidelines, 5th Edition even though the Guides are not designed to rate work disabilities. The...

In house remodeling, can I sign a contract to completely waive my liabilities of worker compensation in case of worker injury?

your inquiry involves an extremely complex area of the law. I would recommend against hiring an unlicensed contractor. as there are special rules...

Do I have a case for negligence against Americas Tire Co.?

Agree with the prior comments. If you or anyone in your vehicle was seriously injured, you should speak with a personal injury attorney and...

I'm a chiropractor. Can I see a patient that fell at work without filing worker comp claim?

I agree with Mr. Borah. While a worker may not be obligated to report a claim, they cannot act in a way that conceals the fact that it is in fact a...