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Tim W. English (founding shareholder of Wiesner English, P.C.) is a worker's compensation attorneys serving all of Northern California. Tim handles all aspects of worker's compensation cases including partially or fully denied claims, UR/IMR disputes, QME selection litigation, SIBTF applications, and 132a Petitions/Serious and Willful violations. His goal is to walk you step by step through a confusing and contentious process to achieve the best results possible.
Besides worker's compensation, Tim has experience in multiple facets of the law, including representing individuals and companies on matters ranging from business and employment disputes, sponsorship negotiations, contract drafting, mediation, equity offerings, venture capital transactions, and litigation. Tim also helps individuals with wage disputes against their employers at the San Jose, Oakland, Stockton, and Salinas Labor Commissioner's offices. Tim also holds certificates in Employment Law and High Tech law from Santa Clara University School of Law.
A native of San Jose, CA in Santa Clara County, Tim actively volunteers with the Katharine and George Alexander Community Law Center (a Santa Clara County community law center focused on providing free or low cost representation to immigrants, employees, and consumers) and the San Jose Police Emerald Society whose charge is to honor officers killed in the line of duty. Tim is also an active member of the California Applicants' Attorneys Association, currently serving as the President of the Santa Clara County CAAA Chapter and a merber of the Regulations and Membership Committees
In his spare time, Tim enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, hiking, playing tennis, disc golfing and wine tasting.
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State: California
Acquired: 2013
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1660 Hamilton Ave., Suite 206, San Jose, CA, 95125
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Posted by Shane | June 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer, just don’t plan on many phone calls.
Tim accepted my claims in about the first 5 seconds I spoke to his firm. He is very professional and has probably every answer you will be looking for in what seems like an impossible subject to understand, work comp. the only issue I had was a personal issue but should be mentioned in the event ot...
While it is hard for most work comp attorneys to jump on the phone for each inquiry, I am happy that we were able to work out a pattern that worked well for your case! Also glad to know you were happy with how everything turned out and that we got you a great result. All the best!
Posted by aaron | March 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Awesome
I will say Tim is the best of the best. He took my case without hesitant and being more than 3 hours away from me. He went above and beyond, making me feel like I was his only client which I know by his actions is not true, but made me feel that way. I have already recommended Tim services to frie...
Posted by Jake | March 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Professional
First I want to thank Tim English with Wiesner English, P.C. for stepping in to represent me in my work injury when I needed it the most. Tim is an excellent guy when it comes to getting clarity. He is upfront and tells you how it is without sugar coating it so you can ultimately make the best deci...
Posted by Debbi | December 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Tim W. English, one of the best Workers Comp Attorneys in the area.
My Son had a work injury around 2015 and Tim English was the lead attorney and settled his claim to our satisfaction. I sustained a work injury in 2018. There were disputes with my employer regarding liability and treatment and I felt I was being ignored. I contacted a workers' compensation attorney...
Posted by Jay, call me Wah. | November 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This is your dude! He knows what he's doing and CARES!
I got hurt at work, I work for the state,- it was suggested to me to get a lawyer right away. I searched high and low and made a few calls and spoke to quite a few lawyers... something just didn't feel right; finally I got a phone call from a compassionate voice- he listened and then shared some word...
It was my pleasure to represent you - so happy we were able to get you back on your feet and back to work! All the best in the future!
Workers compensation lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
2013
High Tech Law Certificate; with Honors, Santa Clara University School of Law
2012
Witkin Award in Employment Law, Witkin
2021 - Present
Founding Shareholder, Wiesner English, P.C.
2015 - 2021
Senior Attorney and Counselor, Law Offices of Bo Katzakian
2014 - 2014
Associate, Graffanini LC
2014 - 2015
Law Clerk, Berliner Cohen
2013 - 2014
Staff Attorney, Alexander Community Law Center
2025 - Present
California Applicants' Attorneys Association Regulations CommitteeCo-chair
2024 - Present
California Applicants' Attorneys Association Santa Clara ChapterPresident
2020 - Present
California Applicants' Attorneys Association Membership CommitteeMembership Committee Member
2015 - Present
California Applicants' Attorneys AssociationMember
$1,100,000
$550,000
Full Settlement
Full Settlement
Open Medical Settlement
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2026
Deposition Triggers: Top QME Mistakes That Land You in the Hot Seat
2026
50 Shades of Regulations
2025
The Standardized QME Prescription Form: What You Need to Know
2025
Mechanics of Filing Petitions for Reconsideration and Removal
2025
2025
2025
2023
2012
English
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Tim earned significant contribution points in 2021.
What's a good settlement amount for 5 shoulder surgeries under workman's comp in California?
28 Mar 2024
What can I do if I poke my finger with a needle that was placed in a trash bag in a doctor room
02 Apr 2024
How long after signing C&R papers should I receive check ?
16 Sep 2022