Understanding Medical Dispute and Panel QME Process in California 

In the California workers’ compensation system, the Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) process plays a crucial role in resolving medical disputes between injured workers and their employers or insurance companies. When a worker is injured on the job, medical opinions are often needed to determine the extent of the injury, the necessary treatment, and the degree … Read More

A warehouse worker injured while at work while another worker helps him recover from a fall.

Top 10 Injuries at Work in California

Understanding prevalent workplace injury risks is essential for ensuring employee well-being in California’s diverse workforce. Each workplace presents unique hazards, from the bustling streets of Los Angeles to the agricultural fields of the Central Valley. Renowned for its progressive stance on workers’ rights, California faces common dangers impacting workers’ health across its varied industries. By … Read More

woman with a broken arm that happened when she was working

Understanding the Differences: Workers Compensation Cases vs. Personal Injury Lawsuits

Workers compensation and personal injury lawsuits are two specific legal claims designed to support those injured, but they operate under different principles, offer different types of compensation, and require different proofs of fault.  Workers compensation is a form of insurance that provides wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured during employment. It is a … Read More