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Vallejo Workers’ Compensation Lawyers
California’s Trusted Workers’ Comp Team
Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers has built a reputation for fiercely standing up for injured workers in all industries across California, including in Vallejo. If you were hurt at work or while completing some sort of job-related duty, we want to hear from you. With our experience, (more than 130 years of collective practice experience) and resources, we can go toe-to-toe with any insurance company or employer. Even if you are employed by an international corporation, our Vallejo workers’ compensation attorneys will never back down during the pursuit of the workers’ comp benefits you need.
Let’s talk about the workers’ compensation benefits that might be available to you. Call (888) 740-6434 now and request a no-cost case evaluation.
Who Can Get Workers’ Comp Benefits?
Our Vallejo workers’ compensation lawyers can represent all types of workers from any industry, including:
- Full-time workers
- Part-time workers
- Seasonal workers
- Remote workers
Under California law, any employer that hires at least one employee must provide that employee with workers’ compensation coverage. If you are considered an employee under your employment status, then you very likely have workers’ compensation coverage provided by your employer. On the other hand, exceptions do exist to the California workers’ compensation coverage rules. The most common exceptions are independent contractors; employers are not legally obligated to provide workers’ comp to these types of workers.
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Fault & Workers’ Compensation Rules
Workers’ compensation is a no-fault-based insurance system. Under its rules, you can file a workers’ compensation claim after any injury or illness that you suffer in relation to your employment, even if your mistakes are the sole cause of your harm and losses. For example, if you trip on your own feet while stocking boxes at work and suffer a head injury, you should be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits.
However, workers’ compensation rules usually bar you from filing a civil injury claim against an employer for negligence, even if it is clear that your employer’s mistakes caused your injury. For example, your employer fails to repair a ladder used in the stockroom, and it collapses when you try to use it, resulting in your injury; in this situation, your employer was negligent, but you still cannot sue them directly, not if you can file for workers’ compensation instead.
Important Workers’ Compensation Benefits
If you are covered by workers’ compensation, you should be able to use a variety of benefits, such as:
- Medical care: If you need any medical treatment related to your work injury or illness, it should be fully covered by workers’ compensation. This coverage includes past and future care, hospitalization, surgery, medications, medical equipment, and so on.
- Temporary disability: If you cannot return to work right away due to your injury, you might receive temporary disability benefits equal to two-thirds of your average pre-injury weekly wages, usually up to 104 weeks.
- Permanent disability: If your injury is permanent and prevents you from gaining the same level of income you earned before your injury, you might receive permanent disability benefits. Such financial benefits are calculated based on the type and severity of your disability.
- Supplemental job displacement: If you cannot return to your same role or occupation after reaching maximum medical improvement (MMI), you might be eligible to receive financial support for retraining or education courses that will allow you to begin a career that accommodates your disability.
Did you lose a loved one to a fatal work-related injury or illness? The workers’ compensation policy that covered your loved one might have included death benefits available to you now. Death benefits usually help pay for final rites and may even provide your family with a percentage of your lost loved one’s wages for a while.
Workers’ Comp Claims Process
Most workers’ compensation claim processes involve at least these four basic steps:
- Medical treatment: You should always seek medical care after being injured at work, including when you think your injury is only minor.
- Notification: If you did not tell your employer about your injury immediately or before you received medical treatment, be sure to notify your employer as soon as possible. You must submit an official accident report within 30 days of your work injury or you could be barred from seeking workers’ compensation.
- DWC-1 form: Once you report your injury to your employer, you should be given a DWC-1 form within 24 hours. By filling out and returning this form to your employer, your workers’ compensation case will officially begin.
- Talk to an attorney: If you did not talk to an attorney for help filling out the DWC-1 form or another step in this process before, you should consider speaking to one after returning the completed form. A Vallejo workers’ comp lawyer from Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers can walk you through every step that follows and act in your best interests along the way.
What is the California 90-Day Workers’ Comp Rule?
In California, insurance claims adjusters must respond to a workers’ compensation claim within 90 days. If you are not given any type of notification – such as a case approval or denial – within 90 days, our attorneys can argue that the insurance company is allowing it to default in your favor, meaning that you would be entitled to all available benefits. Also, between the time of filing a workers’ comp claim and receiving a response, including a denial, the insurance company is required to pay for all your necessary medical treatments, which serves as motivation for the insurer to review your case quickly and fairly.
Let Us Take Care of Your Case – Call Now
The California workers’ compensation system is often confusing and frustrating to injured workers who try to navigate it alone. Give yourself the rest and support you deserve by coming to Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers. Our Vallejo workers’ compensation attorneys are standing by to help you with the entire process. Your case is our priority!
Dial (888) 740-6434 and schedule a free case review with our law firm.
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They didn't give up on me.
“Pacific Workers went to bat for me. Was I an easy person to get along with, no but they didn’t give up on me.”
David W.
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Thank you for being so kind!
“I started my fight against my company's workers comp and after talking to Almarie for the first time I already felt a lot of weight off my shoulders.”
Jazzie D. Daly City, CA
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I'm forever grateful & thankful to all!
“I especially want to thank Mr. Jason Insdorf, who worked in attaining a settlement I never expected.”
L.S. Union City, CA
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They took care of me!
“Bilal worked on my case and he was very professional, friendly, and kind to me. I was so nervous about my deposition and he made me feel very comfortable and less stressed about the whole situation.”
Gabi O. Sacramento, CA
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The most down to earth team I have ever met!
“They have strong communication and I was respected throughout the whole process. They had never given up on me!”
Nekealla C. Tracy, CA
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I got a compensation package that I was very happy with!
“My attorney provided me with a very smooth experience, patiently answered all my questions, and worked hard to represent my best interests.”
Dro L. Redwood City, CA
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I would highly recommend PWC!
“PWC's staff is knowledgeable and informative when it comes to answering your questions and ensuring you're well informed during the process.”
Patrick P.
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Your team was great to work with!
“You took nothing and made it out of something. I felt like I mattered! Everyone was very professional and caring.”
Heather Flores Bakersfield, CA -
“¡Farber hizo que fuera muy fácil y sin estrés para mí! Ellos hicieron todo el trabajo duro y me hicieron sentir tranquila en la situación que estaba atravesando. Nunca habría esperado que el resultado fuera tan bueno. Me mantuvieron al día de todo lo que pasaba en mi caso. Todos los abogados con los que traté eran tranquilizadores y positivos. Recomendaría a Farber a cualquier empleado que necesite ayuda con su compensación de trabajadores.”
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Pacific Workers' Comp is one of the best places to get help from when you need help with an injury from work!
“Iana and Sergio are very helpful, and Pacific Workers' Comp is one of the best places to get help from when you need help with an injury from work they have been helping me out through my trying time and doing a damn good job with dealing with stuff that I can't handle and I really appreciate all their help if you ever need help with an injury at work this is the place to go.”
Lamar B. Santa Clara, CA -
Bilal is very professional, caring and committed to his clients!
“My lawyer Bilal took the time out on a late Friday afternoon to meet with me and answer some questions that I had. Who stays late and meets with you on a Friday afternoon? Very few do, Bilal does. It speaks to his professionalism, caring, and commitment to his clients. Which creates a culture value at PWC. This is only one example of my experience with them, there are many more just like this.”
Guy H. Novato, CA -
PWC has provided me with exceptional care!
“My experience with them has been exceptional. They are caring, devoted and professional. They had turned a stressful situation into one that does not cause anxiety.”
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The attorneys and employees at PWC are angels!
“Thank goodness for my team of lawyers and assistants that always take the time to listen to my concerns, answer my questions, and act on my behalf when my company does nothing!! Someone else said it, and I second that the people at PWC are angels!! At least I feel that someone is on MY side now!”
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I was lucky enough to obtain the services of Pacific Workers' Compensation Law Center!
“I was lucky enough to obtain the services of Pacific Workers' Compensation Law Center. They worked tirelessly to receive the best care, and finally a C&R settlement from SCIF for me. Without them, I would have been just another injured worker without medical treatment.”
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For anyone out there looking for a 'Worker's Comp attorney,' look no further!
“For anyone out there looking for a 'Worker's Comp attorney,' look no further. Robert Davis is the man you want on the case. Robert truly cares for his clients; he will help you through the tough times, with a no-nonsense approach to your situation. Robert is a good man that never leaves any doubt in your mind and always makes you feel like he is the best man for the job.”
Francisco P. Hayward, CA -
Exceptional Customer Service
“I would recommend Pacific Workers' Compensation Law Center to my family and friends. I was so blessed to talk with AlMarie in March 2018 after receiving horrible service from another attorney's office. AlMarie took the time to talk to me and give me the information that I needed. Lauren and Alex are super great, and I feel I made a good decision for the law center to represent me. I received my packet with great information, resources, and how to communicate and contact the team who will be assisting me and working on my case.”
T. Davis Addison San Leandro, CA -
Jason exuded complete confidence in my case & really understood what I went through!
“My attorney Jason Insdorf exuded complete confidence in my case and made me feel like he really understood what I've been through (didn't hurt to read about his extensive credentials and expertise specific to my case). Karla Ortega made me feel at ease, listening intently when I explained details dating back 12+ years. Also, I was very impressed by the compassion, communication, and overall professionalism.”
Matthew U. Modesto, CA -
Pacific Workers' Compensation helped me get the justice I deserved!
“It was my first injury at a job and I did not know what to do. I did not know if my rights as an employee were being met. So, I was able to call to ask Pacific Workers' Compensation about my injury that occurred and what were my rights as an employee. They were able to help me get justice.”
Victoria M. Santa Cruz, CA -
After Pacific Worker's Compensation started handling my case, I started getting the respect of an injured worker and not just a number.
“My caseworker is amazing. She is quick to respond to my messages and concerns. Before contacting Pacific Worker's Compensation, I was getting the run around with my doctors and worker's compensation insurance for my employer. After Pacific Worker's Compensation started handling my case, I started getting the respect of an injured worker and not just a number.”
Brandy L. Fairfield, CA -
Bilal is always kind, professional, compassionate and explains everything thoroughly!
“Bilal Kassem is the nicest attorney a person dealing with a workers compensation mess can ask for. Always kind, professional, compassionate, and explains everything clearly.”
Emi B. Vallejo, CA -
They were a headache & stress rellief!
“Kiki was such a help. She works with Robert Davis. After dealing with the ins Co and there run around, blood pressure tossing, I turned my case one to PWC. No more headaches, no stressing, just relief. Thank you, Kiki and Robert & Pacific Workers Compensation.”
Debra McLaughlin Benicia, CA
