Here are some of more frequently asked questions regarding workers’ compensation. These answers do not replace the advice of an attorney, so you still need to consult an attorney as to the specifics regarding your case. Cases are time sensitive and you may lose the right to file if you do not exercise your right in a timely fashion, so please call our office ASAP!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Will I be fired for filing a claim?<\/strong> <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n It is against the law to fire an employee for filing a worker\u2019s compensation claim. Most law abiding employers know it is illegal to fire an employee because of his or her intentions to file a workers\u2019 compensation claim. Still, there are some employers that do not know that it is illegal to fire the employee for this reason. If this happens, and the employee has a lawyer, many times all it takes is a letter from the attorney to the employer advising the employer of the prohibition for such wrongful termination. Therefore, the employee is reinstated with his or her job. Most times, employers that do fire a worker who has reported an injury (and\/or filed for worker\u2019s compensation) do so under the basis that the employee violated company policy somehow. (For example, they didn\u2019t follow the safety guidelines in their company handbook, or didn\u2019t wear safety goggles, etc.) If this happens, come speak with us right away so we can address the problem early.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n How long will it take for my case to be resolved?<\/em> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Each case has its own set of circumstances, so it\u2019s difficult to give a fair, accurate answer without looking at your case specifically. However, generally speaking, cases are normally resolved within 9 months of being discharged by one of the agreed upon doctors, when you\u2019re considered \u201cPermanent and Stationary.\u201d Permanent and Stationary (P&S) means that your condition has been stabilized and considered treated to the extent of current medical science. For some people, this could take a while, as everybody heals at a different rate, and no one\u2019s injury or illness is quite the same. Some cases go on for years. The majority of our cases last at least two years, but it may not be so for your case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What if I am unable to return to work? <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are unable to return to work because of your disability resulting from your work related injury, then the next course of action is to apply for Social Security benefits. We can help you in this regard, as well. If you are able to work in some other field, the insurance company is required to provide you with funds to go towards learning a new trade to accommodate your new work restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Who will pay for my medical bills? <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Your employer is required to have worker\u2019s compensation insurance. The insurance company will pay for your medical bills and reimburse you for mileage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How much will this cost me?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Leo generally charges the standard attorney\u2019s fee of 15% of the final settlement total, but this amount is contingent on the WCAB judge’s approval, which they provide on a case by case basis. Rather, when the case is settled, the fee will be deducted from the settlement the insurance company pays. You don\u2019t have to pay for anything out of pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Can I choose what doctor to go to?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n For most individuals, medical care is received through the insurance company’s Medical Provider Network (MPN), who has to pre-authorize the treatment. The doctors available on this list changes frequently and you may need to check the insurance company’s website to determine who is actively a part of the list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you go to your own private doctor, that comes out of your own funds and is not subject to reimbursement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There are also QMEs (Qualified Medical Examiners) that are selected by the Division of Workers\u2019 Compensation. These doctors are not available to provide treatment, but rather to conduct an exam and produce their medical findings to the attorneys. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Our office will help coordinate appointments as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a0\u00bfCu\u00e1nto tiempo tomar\u00e1 para que su caso de compensaci\u00f3n a mis trabajadores a presentarse?<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Leo presenta normalmente sus casos a la semana despu\u00e9s de su nombramiento inicial. Les presenta a s\u00ed mismo personalmente en la corte para asegurarse de que se llevan a cabo en tiempo y forma.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00bfCu\u00e1nto tiempo tomar\u00e1 para que mi caso se resuelva?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cada caso tiene su propio conjunto de circunstancias, por lo que es dif\u00edcil dar una respuesta justa, precisa y sin mirar a su caso concreto. Sin embargo, en t\u00e9rminos generales, los casos suelen resolverse dentro de los 9 meses de haber sido dado de alta por uno de los acordados los m\u00e9dicos, cuando se le considera “permanente y estacionaria.” Permanente y Estacionario (P & S) significa que su condici\u00f3n se ha estabilizado y se considera tratada en la medida de la ciencia m\u00e9dica actual. Para algunas personas, esto podr\u00eda tomar un tiempo, como todo el mundo se cura a un ritmo diferente, y la lesi\u00f3n de nadie o enfermedad es exactamente lo mismo. Algunos casos se prolongan durante a\u00f1os. La mayor\u00eda de nuestros casos duran por lo menos dos a\u00f1os, pero puede no serlo para su caso.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00bfSi presento un caso, voy a ser despedido?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Es contra la ley para despedir a un empleado por presentar un reclamo de compensaci\u00f3n para trabajadores. La mayor\u00eda de los empleadores respetuosos de la ley saben que es ilegal despedir a un empleado debido a sus intenciones de presentar un reclamo de compensaci\u00f3n para trabajadores. Sin embargo, hay algunos empresarios que no saben que es ilegal despedir al empleado por esta raz\u00f3n. Si esto sucede, y el empleado tiene un abogado, muchas veces s\u00f3lo se necesita una carta del abogado para el empleador asesorar al empleador de la prohibici\u00f3n de tal despido injustificado. Por lo tanto, el trabajador sea reintegrado a su puesto de trabajo. La mayor\u00eda de las veces, los empleadores que hacen despedir a un trabajador que ha reportado una lesi\u00f3n (y \/ o presentado para la compensaci\u00f3n de los trabajadores) lo hacen bajo la base de que el empleado viol\u00f3 la pol\u00edtica de la empresa de alguna manera. (Por ejemplo, no siguieron las directrices de seguridad en su manual de la empresa, o no llevaban gafas de seguridad, etc) Si esto sucede, vienen hablar con nosotros de inmediato para que podamos resolver el problema a tiempo.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00bfQu\u00e9 pasa si no estoy en condiciones de volver al trabajo?<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Si usted no puede regresar a su trabajo debido a su discapacidad como resultado de su lesi\u00f3n relacionada con el trabajo, entonces el siguiente curso de acci\u00f3n es solicitar los beneficios del Seguro Social. Nosotros le podemos ayudar en este sentido, tambi\u00e9n. Si usted es capaz de trabajar en alg\u00fan otro campo, la compa\u00f1\u00eda de seguros est\u00e1 obligada a proporcionar fondos para ir hacia el aprendizaje de un nuevo oficio para adaptarse a sus nuevas restricciones de trabajo.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00bfQui\u00e9n va a pagar mis cuentas m\u00e9dicas?\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Su empleador est\u00e1 obligado a tener un seguro de compensaci\u00f3n para trabajadores. La compa\u00f1\u00eda de seguros pagar\u00e1 por sus gastos m\u00e9dicos y reembolsarle millaje.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00bfCu\u00e1nto me va a costar?<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Leo cobra honorarios del 15% de las ganancias del fiscal est\u00e1ndar, as\u00ed que no hay ning\u00fan costo directo para usted. Por el contrario, cuando se resuelva el caso, la cuota se deducir\u00e1 de la liquidaci\u00f3n de la compa\u00f1\u00eda de seguros paga. Usted no tiene que pagar nada de su bolsillo.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00bfPuedo escoger el que los m\u00e9dicos a ver?\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Por desgracia, no. La compa\u00f1\u00eda de seguros tiene una Red de Proveedores M\u00e9dicos. Ellos ofrecer\u00e1n una lista de m\u00e9dicos que est\u00e1n dispuestos a trabajar con \u00e9l, y el abogado pueden golpear uno de la lista. Esto se hace para asegurar tanto la equidad como sea posible, ya que el m\u00e9dico es quien decide en \u00faltima instancia su PD (Incapacidad Permanente). Si usted va a su propio m\u00e9dico privado, lo que sale de sus propios fondos. Tambi\u00e9n hay QMEs (calificados examinadores m\u00e9dicos) que son seleccionados por la Divisi\u00f3n de Compensaci\u00f3n de Trabajadores.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Here are some of more frequently asked questions regarding workers’ compensation. 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