Legal Question in Workers Comp in California

I need to know the laws

I was injured on the job almost one year ago. I have had ''minor'' surgery on my knee. I am unable to bend or get on my hands and knee's, so I still can not do my job. My physcian is pushing for a wedge to be inserted into my knee. My workmans comp. denied the surgery because the physcian did not give enough information. While I was questioning wormans comp. they told me I needed to get another opinion. I did that today. The doctor told me he would recommend the surgery, but said I should be in no hurry to get this operation done. He said I could wait 5 years and then get it done. The whole time, stay on workmans comp. and there should be no problem. I want to work and make more money, but I am physically unable to do this. My family is suffering. Should I be in a hurry to go back to work or be retrained? Can I get a cash settlement and be retrained? Who decides that I get surgery and what kind of surgery? Who decides when I can go back to work? I need help!


Asked on 8/10/04, 7:18 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Norman Gregory Fernandez, Esq. The Law Offices of Norman Gregory Fernandez & Associates

Re: I need to know the laws

You need an attorney. There is way too much detail to go into here. Under certain circumstances you can get a cash settlement and Vocational Rehab. Call me for a free consultation at 818-427-6246

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Answered on 8/18/04, 12:04 am
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Re: I need to know the laws

An attorney will earn his fees 9% to 12% and you will be seriously prejudiced without one.Call me directly at (619) 222-3504.

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Answered on 8/18/04, 1:00 pm


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