WC has had an MSA done on my comp case from CP, and have offered the medicare set a side amount. Do I counter, I need advice...

You need to be aware that a medicare set aside is money that is meant to be used for future medical treatment to those body parts to which you...

I plan to dismiss my WC case, do I need to attach a explanation to the WCAB form 43 Request for Dismissal, or anything else?

The only ramifications with respect to dismissing your claim before you undergo a medical evaluation is that you do not know the nature and extent...

I live in California and recently went for surgery. I gave my employers a release form to return to work on September 17th.

I would need more specifics to answer your question in greater detail but here's the general idea: If your employer cannot accommodate the work...

Are their any ramifications for a WC case that was denied and I want to dismiss it before a deposition or medical evaluation?

The only ramifications with respect to dismissing your claim before you undergo a medical evaluation is that you do not know the nature and extent...

Can I back out of a contract with a workers comp attorney?

In general, if at any time you no longer wish to be represented by the attorney you engaged, you may withdraw from the engagement by notifying the...

Will cases speed-up w/new ca workers comp law that has binding arbitration&is a lot faster, supposedly?

I understand your frustration with how long it takes to resolve a workers' compensation claim; however, you should pursue all benefits to which you...

CanI collect State Disability and Unemployment at the same time?

As a general rule of thumb, you cannot collect state disability and unemployment at the same time. To collect temporary disability, a physician...

Defense may dispute QME reports in court and not issue payments in accordance with the report. Usually, defense counsel will set the deposition of...

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Will I get a larger work comp settlement if all dr's agree that I am unable to return to my job and will need to find another?

You may be entitled to a larger settlement under certain cases known as LeBoeuf and Ogilvie. The foregoing cases are very complex and require...

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What do i do about income

Counselor Borah provides a thorough response to your question. I want to add that you should inquire as to whether you are entitled to permanent...