Does the EAMS website shows when a judge has approved my signed C&R?
Yes it should. I use this system quite often. Simply go to: https://eams.dwc.ca.gov/WebEnhancement . On the next page, you should provide...
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Yes it should. I use this system quite often. Simply go to: https://eams.dwc.ca.gov/WebEnhancement . On the next page, you should provide...
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It seems as if it has only been two months since your last surgery. I am wondering whether your physician has issued what is called a permanent...
A rule of thumb is that if you file a claim after you were terminated, the claim is barred. However, there are exceptions. If it's been less than...
You don't have to pay anything. WC attorneys in California earn their fees once your case is settled, usually at 15% of the overall settlement...
As a defense attorney who represents employers and claims administrators, I can truly say that applicants who don't have an attorney representing...
Does your employer know of the injury? You need to tell your employer that you've been injured, and request a DWC-1 claim form. The employer is...
As a comp defense attorney, I have seen this situation occur with many applicants and their lawyers. Sometimes the applicants have unrealistic...
Hi there, Employee/Independent Contractor issues can get really hairy. Many cases can be determined in either direction on a case-by-case...
It depends what state you're in. In California, we use AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, Fifth Edition.
Even if you settle a claim without an attorney, a judge scrutinizes the settlement with an eye on making sure you're getting a reasonable...