Need a Workers' Compensation Lawyer

I recommend consulting with an employment attorney for possible workplace harassment. You state that you feel your race may be an issue and that...

Can I be fired on workman's comp

It depends on why the employer would fire you. If you are discriminated against because of your work injury (and you can prove it), then any such...

Workers compensation

I would get a different opinion on your medical situation. The insurance should have a Medical Provider Network (MPN). You should get the MPN and...

Not only can they not take the depositions without an application at the WCAB, they can be sanctioned for doing so. See Piatt v. WCAB (2003) 68 CCC...

Can Social Security disapprove my Social Security Disability claim if they say that I have not woked long enough ?

Yes, Social Security can disapprove your SSDI claim if you have not worked long enough. To be eligible for Social Security Disability you must...

Use QME form 31.5 to request a new Panel QME. Per section 31.5 of title 8 of the California Code of Regulations you are entitled to a new Panel...

Workers Compensation benefits affected by Social Security RETIREMENT benefit? - California jurisdiction

If he takes SS retirement, then TD could be affected. TD replaces wages that don't exist because your husband voluntarily removed himself from the...

Is there a limit on the length of time a work comp case must be settled by?

You need to watch out for what I call a "Reynolds" letter. That is a letter that the insurance sends you that says something to the effect that...

What are my options.

If you have been laid off due to work slowing down, then your best option is to apply for Unemployment Benefits. As others have said, you should...

17% for for a 2013 date of injury is worth $13,915.00 payable at $290.00 per week. However the 17% will be increased by a (diminished future...