Is their a statute in Ca. workers comp law that requires a settlement in a reasonable time frame?

When you say there doctor, do you mean you went to a Panel Qualified Medical Examiner or something else? Did this doctor say your condition is...

I was released by my treating physician as P&S but I don't feel good to go back to work with restrictions What can I do?

Since you already have an attorney, you would be best served to rely on that person's opinion. They know you, your case, your situation better...

Workers Comp for Independent Contractor

It is not uncommon for someone who thinks they are an independent contractor to really be an employee. Your girlfriend should tell the school she...

In California, you cannot sue your employer for on the job injuries. If there was a third party responsible for your injuries you may be able to...

When can I get the difference in regular pay and Work Comp rate paid to me? I worked part time for 2 yrs during recovery

You have a complicated work situation. You worked part time during your recovery so you got what we call wage-loss. You do not get paid full...

% of PD by QME for the defense is too low?

If you've been to a defense Q.M.E. (Qualilfied Medical Examiner) then you should also be entitled to go to an Appicant's Q.M.E. Has your attorney...

I was told by a call case was settled attorney denies it personal injury case 2 years now where do i call dont insurances report

It is unclear what you are asking. It sounds like you had an attorney for a personal injury case and want to know if it was settled. Is that...

How should I handle an unemployment claim and interview?

Unemployment has very little to do with workers' compensation (on the job injuries). You're in the workers' comp section. Your question is better...

I suffered a catastrophic injurie at work due to negliegence of my employer. Can i bypass the workcomp laws ndsue my employr?

Probably not. In California, workers' comp is the exclusive remedy for on the job injuries. Having said that, Labor Code 4553 provides for an...

I am scheduled for a WC reconsideration hearing (oral) over the phone. What should I expect? Will I get my chance to explain?

Workers' Comp for federal emmployees is different than it is for state employees. There are only about a dozen attorneys in all of California who...