Navigating the CA Workers' Comp System alone is a very brave thing to do. The average injured worker doesn't necessarily have all of the knowledge and tools to go up against the giant insurance companies who have been practicing this part of the law for many years. Mistakes can easily be made if you are not familiar with the workers' comp system. Some mistakes can even get your case dismissed and benefits denied.

Bilal Kassem, President and Co-founder of Pacific Workers joins Carmen, host of Work Comp Talk Podcast to discuss the 5 biggest mistakes that can easily destroy a workers' comp case.

There are denials left and right within the CA Workers' Compensation System. Cases are denied for a medical reasons, factual or even just because and yes it's normal. In this episode Bilal Kassem, president of Pacific Workers', The Laywers for Injured Workers talks about all of the ways you can fight a denied workers' comp case.

What are credits within a Workers' Compensation Claim? Credits usually mean that the insurance company essentially wants their money back. In some cases, they want to take a credit for something they have given you and apply it towards a future benefit that you have not received yet.

Sometimes injured workers get placed in situations that legally allow the insurance companies to be entitled to credits.Unfortunately, this situation happens more often than not. These credits can come about at any part of a case and It can really affect the injured worker fighting workers' comp claim.

In our latest Work Comp Talk Podcast Episode, Bilal Kassem, Esq. President and Co-founder of Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers explains credits within the CA Workers' Compensation System.

Please note this information will only be relevant for injuries that are under the jurisdiction of California WCAB.

If you need to contact a workers' comp attorney, call Pacific Workers for a free consultation 1-800-606-6999.

President and Co-founder of Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers Bilal Kassem joins me Carmen Ramirez your host to speak about the possible affects of the Economy in the California Workers' Compensation System. We walk you through what an injured worker could be facing and why you might even think twice before reporting an injury. We encourage all to listen to this episode and really understand how the system works and how to be careful of the decisions you take.

We don't know where the economy will end up but we can think ahead and talk about the what if's and better prepare you for a best outcome for a workers' comp claim in these times.

If you have been injured and need legal assistance, call Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers. You can find them online at www.pacificworkers.com or call to schedule a free consultation 800-606-6999.

Please note this information will only be relevant for injuries that are under the jurisdiction of California WCAB.

When it comes to Workers' Compensation in CA, every case is unique for many reasons. You could get a great insurance claims adjuster who makes the process easy, a neutral doctor or even a good judge. Cases vary for so many reasons and despite injuries, sometimes cases can go horribly wrong.

This is the story of unique work injuries that include Gunshots wounds, Denials, Appeals and an on going battle of now 8 years within the workers' compensation system in CA. Bilal Kassem, Esq. and Carmen Ramirez dive into the gruesome details that lead to an injured person left to die in the workplace.

Due to the privacy of the client, no real names have been given. Subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast platform. If you or someone you know is in need of a workers' comp attorney in Northern CA, reach out to Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers, 800-606-6999.

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Tesla was created to prove that people didn't need to compromise to drive electric – that electric vehicles can be better, quicker and more fun to drive than gasoline cars. Today, Tesla builds not only all-electric vehicles but also numerous clean energy products. Tesla believes the faster the world stops relying on fossil fuels and moves towards a zero-emission future, the better. Unfortunately, all that faster world talk leads to people getting injured.

In this episode Bilal Kassem of Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers has a lot to talk about in regards to the things that are happening behind the scenes at Tesla facilities. With close to 200 Tesla injury cases in his law firm alone, the dangers of working at Tesla raise red flags. If you or someone you know has suffered an injury at work and you need help getting your benefits, reach out to a CA Workers' Comp Attorney. This podcast is presented by Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers, call 800-606-6999 for a free case evaluation.

Settling a workers' comp case if a big deal. Many injured workers' fear that if they settle too soon they might loose out on benefits they will later need. Unfortunately, the easiest answer to give is, it depends. We know how discouraging it could be to hear that, because that's really not a helpful answer. Luckily, we share examples and analyzed this topic enough that we think we can help you figure out clues to finding out if settling your case makes sense.

Bilal Kassem, President and co-founder of Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers the #1 Northern CA. Workers' Comp Law Firm has already helped thousands of injured workers with their case. In this episode he explains what to look out for and shares clues that could help you determine if it's the right time to settle your case.

If you are dealing with a workers' comp case and would like a free consultation from one of attorneys, call us at 800-606-6999. Get the answers to the questions you have and find out if you are on the right path to getting what you deserve.

Legislation was passed several years ago reforming the law and limiting the monetary compensation awarded for Permanent Disability (PD) occurring from depression, stress, anxiety, etc. after suffering a physical injury.

For injuries occurring after 1/1/2013, an injured worker can no longer receive an increase in PD due to psychological distress, loss of sleep, or sexual dysfunction secondary to a physical injury, unless the injury is catastrophic or the individual was a victim of a violent act or was exposed to a violent act. To some extent, this put an end to recovery for "pain and suffering" in many workers' compensation cases.

Bilal Kassem, the Co-founder of Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers discusses all of this information on our latest episode. If you need legal assistance, his team has helped thousands of injured workers and can help you too! Connect with them at www.pacificworkers.com

When it comes to loosing a loved one, many families are faced with unexpected expenses in the aftermath. Recently, in the past few years crowdfunding platforms have helped families get back on their feet or cover funeral expenses. Unfortunately not all crowdfunding sites are equal, most don't verify until Fund The First was created.

Anyone can create an online campaign and request money from people for whatever their needs are. Fund The First was created to end the unverified accounts that lead to bad people, fake accounts and lost money.

Robert Garland from Fund the First joins Carmen and Bilal Kassem to talk about the it's Nation's Leading Verified Crowdfunding Platform. What primarily started out for First Responders, Military and Medical Professionals, has now grown to help many others around the Nation.

One of the most complicated parts of a workers' comp claim and the topic that is least discussed about is Utilization Reviews (UR) and Independent Medical Reviews (IMR). Injured workers' often just get a No for an answer when seeking back surgery or other types of benefits, there is never an explanation behind the answer no. Going through the medical treatment process is the CA Workers' Comp is not as easy as going to your medical doctor for a non related work injury. Bilal Kassem and Carmen Ramirez discuss what a UR and IMR is and what is the good and the bad from them.

After listening to this podcast, you will have a better understanding of how to navigate these complex situations within a workers' comp claim.