My WC case was settled after 18 months without seeing a doctor. Can I apply for Ca State Disability if I still can't work?
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Answered on July 31, 2025
I'll echo Mr. Borah's comment. You can apply, of course, but you should probably review the qualifications for SDI on EDD's website along with...
How long takes the defense attorney to sign the C&R ?
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Answered on July 28, 2025
I agree with Mr. Bollinger. The adjuster is NOT your friend. If the adjuster is scrupulous, he or she should decline to speak with you and direct...
How do I move forward with the workman's compensation claims adjuster, if I fire my attorney??
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Answered on July 28, 2025
I agree with Mr. Borah. From your post, it sounds like you have an attorney who is doing what you're looking for: Protecting your rights. If your...
How could I switch workers comp lawyers??
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Answered on July 28, 2025
I agree with Mr. Bollinger. It would be hard to find an attorney willing to step in but not necessarily impossible. You'd need to call other...
I don’t know if my lawyer actually send my C&R yet and my case manager tells me they did?
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Answered on July 28, 2025
I agree with Ms. Koslyn. EAMS isn't always up to date or complete. Just because the settlement isn't listed there doesn't mean it hasn't been sent...
Is it legal to be terminated 32 days after filing work comp claim?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
Typically it is legal to terminate an employee 1 or 1,000 days after filing a work comp claim and anything in between. What's NOT legal is to...
Can I receive treatment if I am going to Iowa for school but my injury happened in California?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
I'll echo Mr. Borah's response. You can but it can be challenging. If there's a Medical Provider Network, you should have information about the...
Why is my W.C. reducing my mileage after 15 years Why are they denying my treatment with Urologist when my settlement includesr?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
I agree with Mr. Borah. We can't say specifically why something was denied without records but if it was a formal denial then you should have...
Do I sign the settlement and release agreement that I just got from my employer under section 1542 of the California civil code?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
I agree with Mr. Borah. It'd a bit like asking a mechanic to diagnose a problem based on a description of the noise. Bring that document to an...
How do I know which specialty is the correct one for my QME request?
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Answered on July 23, 2025
This might be a good time to consult with a local workers' compensation attorney who might know the doctors on the panel and might have options for...