Cómo preparar un informe IME en un caso de compensación de trabajadores
Tips for how to prepare for an independent medical examination (IME) report in a workers’ compensation case include: Reviewing any paperwork your employer’s insurer sends to the doctor Deciding what you want to say to the doctor ahead of time Consulting a workers’ compensation attorney, so you know your rights and duties in this situation […]
Conocer los beneficios de discapacidad temporal y permanente en la compensación de los trabajadores
If you are considering filing for workers’ comp benefits after a workplace injury, it is vital that you know about temporary and permanent disability benefits. These benefits are: Designed to compensate workers who sustain injuries while they are on the job Available to support workers who cannot work for any period (or ever again) Available […]
Qué hacer si se niega la reclamación de los trabajadores
If your workers’ compensation claim is denied, you can do several things, including: Finding out the reason for the denial Filing an appeal if the denial cannot be easily fixed any other way Hiring a workers’ compensation attorney if you have not already done so Why Was My Workers’ Compensation Claim Denied? Sometimes a claim […]
Cuáles son los beneficios adicionales de desplazamiento de trabajo en la compensación de los trabajadores
If you were injured at work and suffered a permanent partial disability, you could receive compensation to cover new job training or a career change. Supplemental Job Displacement Benefits (SJDB) in workers’ compensation provide those eligible with a voucher to receive training, resumé help, and even computer equipment. However, make sure to check the requirements […]
¿Puede usted recoger la compensación de los trabajadores después de ser despedido del trabajo
Yes, it’s possible to collect workers’ compensation after being fired from the job where you suffered an injury. But California’s workers’ compensation processes can make filing for and recovering these benefits more complicated. Employers are protected by the post-termination defense that prevents retaliation by terminated employees.However, there are many ways you and your workers’ compensation […]
¿Necesito liberar mis registros médicos en un caso de compensación de los trabajadores
Yes, your employer and the workers’ compensation insurance company need your medical records to investigate your workers’ compensation claim. They need this information to validate your claim and determine the cost to pay for your benefits. If you do not release your medical records, they will likely deny your claim. However, you do not have […]
¿La lesión de estriado repetida se califica para beneficios de discapacidad en un caso de compensación de los trabajadores
Yes, a work-related repetitive strain injury can qualify for disability benefits in a workers’ compensation case. However, you may only receive disability benefits if the repetitive strain injury prevents you from working your current job or obtaining any other gainful employment. In addition to disability benefits, your work-related repetitive strain injury may also qualify you […]