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“How long does workers comp take in California?” is the most common question I hear from injured workers at our first meeting, right after they ask whether they will get their benefits at all. If you have typed how long does workers comp take California into Google, you already know the search results run from…
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“Can I be fired while on workers comp in California?” is one of the most common questions I hear from injured workers. Getting fired while on workers comp in California sits at the intersection of at-will employment and the state's most powerful anti-retaliation statute. The short answer: yes, your employer can fire you, but not…
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If your workers' comp claim was denied in California, I want to tell you the single most important thing first: a denial is not a decision. It is a position taken by an insurance adjuster. It has no legal force until a workers' compensation judge says it does. And in many cases, the denial itself…
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Millions of Southern Californians climb into Uber and Lyft vehicles every single day — heading to work in downtown Los Angeles, catching rides home from Gaslamp in San Diego, or getting picked up after a night out in Long Beach. Ridesharing has become as routine as driving, but many passengers have no idea that a…
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Southern California's typically dry climate makes rainy days particularly hazardous for drivers. When infrequent showers hit areas like Los Angeles, Orange County, or the Inland Empire, roads quickly become slick from accumulated oil and debris. This sudden change often leads to a surge in auto accidents, as motorists fail to adapt their habits. According to…
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Napolin Law Las Vegas Shooting Civil Investigation
Napolin Law Vegas Shooting Civil Investigation Allegations of Mobile Phones Wiped, Venue Inspected and Imaged, Stephen Paddock's Room Next Week The Napolin Law Firm represents assault and shooting victims of the Route 91 Harvest Festival Las Vegas shooting. Several of the firm’s clients dropped their mobile phones while running for safety from the massive…
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In a Win For Shooting Victims, Administration of Paddock's Estate Transferred to District Court
Nevada State Court Commissioner granted Las Vegas shooting victim lawyers request to move the administration of Stephen Paddock's Estate to Nevada District Court. Las Vegas, Nevada — Las Vegas shooting victim lawyers appeared in Probate Court to block Stephen Paddock's family from taking control of Paddock's estate, believed to be worth in excess of 5…
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California Work Injury Eligibility
California Work Injury Eligibility. Eligibility Requirements For California Workers Compensation – The law requires that companies hold industrial injury insurance for every single employee. The law applies to all employers who operate within California, no matter how small. Defining An Employee Under Current State Compensation Law For the purposes of coverage, an individual is an employee once…
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Work Injury Return to Work Supplement Program
Work Injury Return to Work Supplement Program. California Labor Code Section 139.48 implemented through Senate Bill 863 created a $120 Million fund for a Supplement Program called Return to Work (RTW). The RTW fund provides aid for workers who need retraining to return to the workforce to a meaningful profession or trade. In addition to…
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In a Win For Shooting Victims, Administration of Paddock's Estate is Transferred to District Court
A legal hearing was held this morning in Nevada State Court. Nevada State Court Commissioner granted the shooting victims attorneys request to move the administration of Stephen Paddock's Estate to Nevada District Court. Las Vegas, Nevada — November 17, 2017 — Lawyers representing victims in the Las Vegas Massacre appeared in Probate Court this…
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Attorneys Ask Judge to Block Shooter's Family From Controlling His Estate
Attorneys Ask Judge to Block Shooter's Family From Controlling His Estate Lawyers from Nevada, Texas and California Ask Court to Stop Stephen Paddock’s Family from Taking Charge of Paddock’s Millions. Las Vegas, Nevada — November 16, 2017 — Lawyers representing victims in the Las Vegas Massacre filed an objection in Probate Court to block Stephen…
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Updates From The Napolin Law Firm Vegas Shooting Civil Investigation
Updates From The Napolin Law Firm Vegas Shooting Civil Investigation Allegations of Mobile Phones Wiped, Venue Inspected and Imaged, Stephen Paddock's Room Next Week The Napolin Law Firm represents assault and shooting victims of the Route 91 Harvest Festival Las Vegas shooting. Several of the firm’s clients dropped their mobile phones while running for safety…
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Pomona Woman Struck By Auto Passes Away From Injuries
38 Year Old Pomona Pedestrian Struck By An Automobile In Pomona Has Passed Away From Fatal Injuries Pomona Woman Struck By Auto Passes Away From Injuries – Jessica Alvarez, 38 years old, who was the pedestrian victim struck by an automobile in Pomona on July 20, 2017, passed away from her injuries she sustained in the…
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Automobile Accident Statistics
Important Automobile Accident Statistics Agencies like the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) publish car accident statistics on an annual basis. This data, along with data collected by the California DMV helps us to identify accident trends which can in turn show you what to avoid. For example, knowing that cell phones can lead to…
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New California Motorcycle Lane Splitting Law Update
New California Motorcycle Lane Splitting Law Update New California Motorcycle Lane Splitting Law Update – Motorcyclists have long been, de facto, allowed to split the lane with other vehicles such as trucks, cars, buses and other motorcycles, to avoid traffic. However, there has always been some confusion regarding whether or not motorcyclists are legally allowed…
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CA Workers Compensation Return to Work Supplement Program
CA Workers Compensation Return to Work Supplement Program CA Workers Compensation Return to Work Supplement Program – California Labor Code Section 139.48 implemented through Senate Bill 863 created a $120 Million fund for a Supplement Program called Return to Work (RTW). The RTW fund was created to provide aid for workers whose disability benefits are extremely…
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Undocumented California Workers Compensation Legal Rights
Undocumented California Workers Compensation Legal Rights Undocumented California Workers Compensation Legal Rights Allow Claiming Industrial Injury Compensation and Medical Benefits. Illegal immigration, particularly from Mexico, has been an issue in the United States for many years now. With a changing executive and a changing legislature, the governments stance on immigration policy fluctuates from hostile to ambivalent. To…
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Workers Compensation Independent Medical Review Process
Workers Compensation Independent Medical Review Process – After a work related injury, the injured person should be permitted to see a doctor at an industrial clinic within the workers’ compensation insurance network. The physician within the network is known as an MPN doctor. That MPN doctor will request needed treatment to cure or relieve the effects…
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California Workers Compensation Industrial Injury Defined
Defining California Workers' Compensation Injury California Workers Compensation Industrial Injury Defined – An industrial injury is any incident that an individual faces resulting in his/her suffering from a medical condition or need for medical treatment due to any exposure or incident at work. It does not have to be anticipated by the employer in order for the…
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Eligibility Requirements For California Workers Compensation
Eligibility Requirements For California Workers Compensation – The law requires that companies hold industrial injury insurance for every single employee. The law applies to all employers who operate within California, no matter how small. It includes companies with even one individual. Some companies may qualify to maintain self-insurance under strict circumstances so long as it covers all legally…
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California Workers Compensation System Development
California Workers Compensation History California Workers Compensation System Development – The laws that comprise California's current workers’ compensation system developed over time. The origins of the system trace back to the industrial revolution in the late 19th century. In addition, as mass production and factories increased, many workers fell victims to employers’ disinclination to take responsibility in…
Read More...Minimum Automobile Insurance Requirements for California Drivers
Learn The California Automobile Insurance Requirements For Operating Vehicles on Public Roadways Minimum Automobile Insurance Requirements for California Drivers – Every single person who plans to drive in California should learn the legal requirements to do so. There are many rules that govern exactly how one must operate their car, truck, bus and motorcycle contained…
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Whiplash From an Auto Accident is More Serious than You May Realize
Car Accidents and Serious Whiplash Injuries Whiplash From an Auto Accident – One of the most common forms of motor vehicle crash injuries is whiplash. Whiplash usually happens when you are in a vehicle and rear-ended by another vehicle. It is a serious injury that damages the soft tissues and muscular tissues in the neck…
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4 Reasons To Hire A Car Accident Lawyer
Why Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer for Your Auto Accident Injury Case? Reasons To Hire A Car Accident Lawyer – Being in a car accident can be a very traumatic experience. An accident can also cost you a great deal of money. For starters, there is the damage to your vehicle. Next, if you were…
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Accident Injuries Law and Legal Information
Accident Injuries Law Legal Information for California Residents Accident Injuries Law Legal Information – Accident injuries occur when an individual endures physical harm as a result of the intentional or negligent behavior of an individual. The law holds reckless people and also companies accountable for their activities, allowing injured victims to recover damages that occurred…
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