Legal Question in Workers Comp in California

Penalty for not filing a claim.

Is there a penalty when the company did not file your workers compensation claim?

I saw a specialist for back and kneck problems and I was told that it's caused by work.

I gave the doctor's note to my employer, but did not file any claim. I have to see a therapist for my kneck and back, but I'm still waiting for them to give me an insurance claim. This was three weeks ago.

What should I do?


Asked on 9/17/06, 10:48 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

ARMAN MOHEBAN LAW OFFICES OF ARMAN MOHEBAN

Re: Penalty for not filing a claim.

Employers are suppose to give you a claim form when you report a injury and send you to doctor for treatment. You indicated you went to see a specialist but it is unclear Who sent you to the specialist. I strongly advise you to contact a worker's compensation attorney. Call me at 213.388.7070 for a free consultation.

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Answered on 10/17/06, 5:00 pm
David Lupoff Law Offices of David B. Lupoff

Re: Penalty for not filing a claim.

Without an attorney, may the force be with you. Get an attorney who specializes in workers' comp.

My office number is 818.385.0520.

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Answered on 10/20/06, 9:31 pm


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