If you’ve been injured at work in Orange County or anywhere in California, one of the most important decisions you’ll face in your workers’ compensation claim is how your case will be settled. In California, there are two main types of workers’ compensation settlements: Stipulations with Request for Award and Compromise and Release. Choosing the right settlement option can significantly impact your future, so understanding the difference between the two is essential. Below, I’ll break down each option in clear terms to help you make the best decision for your workers’ compensation case.
Legal Process
What Happens at a Mandatory Settlement Conference (MSC)
If you’ve filed a workers’ compensation claim in California, your case may eventually be set for a Mandatory Settlement Conference (MSC). However, many injured workers have no idea what the MSC involves. Here’s a practical breakdown of what happens and why it matters for your case.
PLEASE stop making this one mistake when representing yourself
I need to get something off my chest. Time and time again, I see unrepresented people making the same mistake.
Dealing with the workers’ compensation system
I received this question from an injured worker, and thought the response deserved broader reach. Here it is with only minor editing. Enjoy.
Hearing Report from the Santa Ana WCAB
Many workers’ compensation clients are unsure what to expect when their case goes to a hearing. While every case is unique, hearings are often less intimidating than they sound, and much of the process revolves around problem-solving and advocacy. Here’s an inside look at a recent Expedited Hearing where we represented one of our clients, Ms. R, at the Santa Ana Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board.
Introducing Ask the Lawyer!
We are debuting a new feature on this blog called Ask the Lawyer! On the website avvo.com, members of the public are invited to ask questions and receive answers from an attorney. Mr. Kayrell will take part of his time to answer these questions. But often times, even the questions being asked are about specific situations, they are broadly applicable. So for the benefit of everyone, the questions and answers will be republished here with some additional commentary. As always, these answers do not constitute specific advice and do not create an attorney client relationship. If you have any further questions or concerns, please get in touch.