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How Impairment Ratings Are Determined After a Work Injury
After a work injury in California, one of the key steps in a workers’ compensation case is determining the worker’s impairment rating. This rating reflects the level of permanent medical impairment caused by the injury once the worker’s condition has stabilized. The impairment rating becomes an important part of calculating permanent disability benefits under California…
Read MoreUnderstanding a Findings and Award Decision
In a California workers’ compensation case, a Findings and Award is a written decision issued by a workers’ compensation judge after a trial or formal hearing. It resolves disputed issues and orders the payment of benefits when the injured worker prevails on some or all of the claims. This decision becomes part of the official…
Read MoreWhen Independent Bill Review Is Used in a Workers’ Compensation Case
Independent Bill Review, commonly referred to as IBR, is a process used in California workers’ compensation cases to resolve disputes about payment for medical services. It provides a neutral review when a medical provider disagrees with how an insurance company or claims administrator paid a medical bill. The purpose of IBR is to ensure that…
Read MoreWhat Is Independent Medical Review in a Workers’ Compensation Case?
Independent Medical Review, often called IMR, is a process used in California workers’ compensation cases to resolve disputes about medical treatment. When an insurance company denies, delays, or modifies a doctor’s request for treatment, the injured worker may have the right to request an independent review. The goal of IMR is to determine whether the…
Read MoreThe 3 Most Common Types of Workers’ Compensation Claims
Worker’s compensation, or labor compensation, is a system designed to provide support and benefits to employees who suffer injuries or illnesses due to their work duties. These injuries can occur unexpectedly and without warning at any time during the workday and during additional tasks or events. In this note, we will explore the most common…
Read More5 Tips to Prevent Workplace Injuries
Regardless of the industry type, every job has risks to workers’ physical well-being. For the employer, it should be a priority to ensure that safety standards are met to prevent accidents resulting in work-related injuries or illnesses. In this note, we will explore how employers and employees can collaborate to create a safer, injury-free work…
Read MoreDoes Workers’ Compensation Law Allow for a Change of Doctor?
The workers’ compensation system is designed to protect and assist workers who have suffered injuries or illnesses related to their job duties. While the system selects a doctor to treat the worker, it’s important to clarify that the worker can change to another doctor. This article will explore the circumstances under which this is possible.…
Read MoreFall Prevention: Planning, Provision, and Training
Falls in the workplace are prevalent accidents, and in many cases, they are also preventable. That’s why, regardless of the type of work you do, having safety and prevention policies becomes an essential priority to maintain employee health. To achieve this, we can define specific steps that companies take to avoid them and thus ensure…
Read MoreThe Importance of Having a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer: Protecting Your Labor Rights
Unfortunately, accidents and injuries are very common in the workplace and can occur suddenly, significantly impacting the worker’s life. Not only at a professional level but also personally, as depending on the injury, serious consequences may arise that affect their day-to-day life. That’s why, in these difficult times, having a specialized workers’ compensation lawyer is…
Read MoreCommon On-the-Job Injuries for Warehouse & Distribution Workers in California
Working in a warehouse or distribution center in California has its set of unique challenges and risks. The pace can be fast, the tasks demanding, and the environment sometimes less than ideal. While many employers do their best to maintain safety, accidents happen. The Workers Compensation Attorneys at the Law Offices of Norman J. Homen…
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