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What Injured Workers Should Know When Their Law Firm Is Sold
If you’ve recently received notice that your workers’ compensation attorney’s firm is being sold or transitioning to new ownership, you might be wondering what this means for your case. The most important thing to understand is this: you have the right to choose who represents you.
New Court Decision Makes It Harder to Receive Ongoing Care
The California Court of Appeal issued an important decision that affects almost every injured worker who relies on ongoing medical treatment. The case, Illinois Midwest Insurance Agency v. WCAB (Rodriguez), holds that insurance companies must run every treatment request through Utilization Review (UR) and Independent Medical Review (IMR). Yes, even continuing or long-term care.
Ryan D. Kayrell, PC — Trusted Workers’ Compensation Law Firm Move
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What Does It Mean to “Get” FMLA?
You’ve probably heard coworkers or friends say things like “I got FMLA” or “My doctor gave me FMLA” when they’re dealing with a work injury or health issue. But here’s the thing, that’s not really how FMLA works, and the confusion around this phrase can lead to some pretty big misunderstandings, especially when you’re dealing with a workers’ compensation claim here in California.
Medical Treatment Request Denials
When the Insurance Company Plays Doctor: The Reality of Medical Treatment Denials
Update on Workers’ Comp PQME Rules: What It Means for You
A recent court case (Vazquez v. Renteria, May 2025) changed how California judges handle slow-to-schedule Qualified Medical Evaluators (QMEs). Here’s what you need to know in plain language.
You Deserve an Attorney Who Knows Your Name
Why Personal Representation Matters in Your California Workers Compensation Case
Workers Comp in a Shrinking Economy
The economy is shifting, and not in a good way. With the recent announcement of new tariffs by the Trump administration, corporations are bracing for impact. Some have already started announcing layoffs including some of the biggest employers in Southern California such as Amazon, UPS, Memorial Care, Kaiser Permanente, Forever 21, and even some school districts. The trend is clear: businesses are cutting costs, and that often means jobs are on the chopping block.