Legal Question in Workers Comp in California

Is there a time limit on collecting w.c benefits?

I imjured my lower back 6 months ago at work and up until a week ago i was temporarly disabled.My doctor now has declared me permanent and stationary and thinks I should be rehabilitated.In the meantime will i continue to receive w.c benefits?and will they continue if needed for more than a year before my case settles or i attend rehabilitation?


Asked on 2/02/01, 1:02 am

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Re: Is there a time limit on collecting w.c benefits?

What you should be recieving after permanent and stationary status is PDA's, i.e., permanent disability advances. These payments are deducted from your final settlement or award. You would be well served obtaining representation to assure that you recieve the highest possible settlement or award. It is not uncommon for me to obtain 10 times what my client was offered prior to my representation. A real bargain for only 9 -12 % attorneys fees which is deducted from the final lump sum at the end of the case. Please contact me directly at (619) 222-3504.

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Answered on 3/16/01, 3:54 pm


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