I signed my workers comp settlement papers is there a time limit they have to go before the judge in California ?

There isn’t a time limit. The settlement documents have to be signed by all parties and then approved by the judge. If they are provided to a...

Can I contact the insurance company myself to verify they have received the signed release?

Your question was showing up under personal injury. A Compromise and Release is signed in a workers' compensation matter. You can try calling the...

Do I have to answer an if so what time window do I have on 132a petition?

Turn this matter over to your workers' compensation carrier immediately. The carrier will likely hire an attorney to defend the workers'...

The QME cannot send you to get medical care. The QME can request diagnostic testing if it is needed in order to complete their report. The QME can...

Your question was showing up under personal injury. I have changed it to workers' compensation as it is very rare to have ongoing medical care in...

Qualified Medical Evaluation Program-work Comp

No except in very few circumstances. If you were to become represented then your attorney can start the QME process over again. But, you would...

Was offered a settlement before deposition

It is not uncommon to receive a settlement offer at the time of the deposition. If you went to a deposition and have a pending QME, I hope you...

How do I get a copy of the video surveillance that an insurance company hired to watch me do everyday living?

You will need to request a copy of the surveillance video. I suggest you sit down with a local experienced workers' compensation attorney for a...

They likely rescheduled it because you were approved to see a specialist. Often if it is apparent that someone is going to be having surgery or...

Can the attorney for the driver who hit me depose a doctor I last saw six years ago? I left that managed care plan.

In short, yes your previous doctor can be deposed. Anyone can be deposed if it may or is likely to lead to relevant or admissible evidence.