If I get a QME list, do I have to pick one and make an appointment? Is it to late to have an attorney pick a AME?

DO NOT pick a PQME without first consulting an attorney. This is a make or break stage in your case! It's not too late to consult an attorney. ...

Is there a time limit that a ame has to have a report done in the state of CA?

You are only allowed to go to an Agreed Medical Examiner if you have an attorney. Since you have an A.M.E., you must have an attorney. Talk to...

What protections are in place for the death benefit award for the surviving spouse

As a party to the case, you should be notified and have a right to attend all depositions. Death benefits are paid to dependents. Was the...

As the others have indicated, the value of a Compromise and Release is more of an art than a science. It takes a lot of information and years of...

My husband has hernisted disc and was left with open claim for medical 6 yrs ago would like to settle now what is a fair amount

In addition to the considerations given by the other replies, if your husband is on social security and receiving medi-care, their interests must...

Is a workermans comp claim a lawsuit on bankruptcy filing ?

The bankruptcy status of the employer will be largely irrelevant. Your claim is really against the insurance carrier. Even if the carrier goes...

I am Currently on workers comp. in California. And my Job just informed me that they are going out of of business.

Since you're already on workers' comp and receiving benefits from the insurance carrier, we don't need to worry about whether or not your employer...

Can i collect unemployment

In order to collect unemployment, you must certify that you are ready, willing and able to work. If your treating doctor has released you to...

My E x Boss sent me to My Own DR AND NOT A WORKERS COMPENSATION DR, but told me that he contated his Insurance and was told

You haven't asked a question so it is tough to answer. You do,however, raise a lot of issues with relate to workers' compensation and labor law. ...

Workers comp question

All employers in the state of California are required to cover their employees for workers' compensation. Some are "self-insured" but the vast...