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Carmichael Workers Compensation with GCWC

Workers Compensation Center Sacramento

Carmichael Workers Compensation with GCWC

Gold Country is a Sacramento Based law firm that will handle Carmichael Workers Compensation Cases and the greater Sacramento Area.

You may have a right to file a Workers’ Comp claim and could be entitled to compensation. That being said, there are several types of claims that can be filed in connection with a work related injury. Depending on what type of claim it is, these kinds of “ancillary” claims may be prosecuted against an employer, its insurance company, or a “third party,” other than the employer.

These “ancillary” claims can include a claim against a third party who caused or contributed to the injury, or who by operation of law had a special duty owed to you that “set up” the injury to occur, whether by negligence, or willful action; A claim that the employer or its insurance company unreasonably denied or delayed the provision of benefits to an injured worker; A claim that the employer discriminated or took adverse action, or harassed an injured worker because of the injury, for pursuing a claim, or because of a disability; Or a claim that the employer’s serious and willful action caused the injury.

The odds are very high that you will benefit by using a Sacramento Workers Comp Lawyer if you have a work related injury, especially if you hire one from the very beginning. It doesn’t cost you any more than if you hire one later on, but having the proper guidance from the get-go tends to be more beneficial. The rules and regulations of the Workers’ Compensation system are very complicated. Employers and insurance companies spend much time and money to minimize their own expenses when they are dealing with a work related injury. Choosing an evaluating physician is a crucial step in the process, and familiarity with the evaluators is essential in obtaining a fair or even favorable evaluation.

When it comes to ancillary claims, they can provide significant benefits to the injured worker beyond and in addition to benefits provided through the regular Workers’ Compensation benefit package. They can even provide protection to injured workers from adverse action, harassment, or discrimination that may be taken against them by an employer. It’s safe to say that the presence of a Sacramento Workers Comp Lawyer will often give the employer or insurance company an extra reason to follow the dictates of the law.

Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center is a Sacramento Workers Comp Lawyer that can provide you with the money and benefits you deserve, so call (530) 362-7188 today for a consultation.

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Harmed on the job

Kim LaValley and Kyle Adamson

Harmed on the job? Call Gold Country

What are your options if you get Harmed on the job, caused by a specific incident or by cumulative trauma or stress on your body overtime causing injury? You might not know what sort of benefits you are entitled to, if any. A work-related injury could happen to anyone, and every employer has to have the necessary accommodations so that their employees feel safe and can do their jobs efficiently without worrying about being seriously injured.

In fact, a common way to be hurt at work is in a result of a slip and fall. You could slip and fall due to dangerous or hazardous materials or conditions at your place of work. Dangerous conditions include a variety of different things such as uneven flooring, poor lighting, narrow stairs, or a wet and slippery floor. In some cases, it might have been your responsibility to, say, pick up an obstruction on the floor that is within your skillset and control, but other things are less your responsibility or just not even something you are capable of fixing yourself, especially depending on the kind of job you have. And regardless of fault, you likely are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits.

Some of the most dangerous jobs involve being in areas and working conditions outside of your control such as lawn service, construction work, steelwork, driving trucks, fishing, and roofing.

At the end of the day, if you receive a specific injury while you were on the clock at your place of work that results in the need for medical care, you are most likely entitled to workers’ compensation, regardless of fault. It might be a bit hard to tell at first, in which case you should call an Attorney for a consultation to see what your options are.

An attorney can give you needed advice on how to move forward with your claim and even give you more legitimacy when dealing with an employer or agency that is still in the process of gaining their own evidence. Because an attorney gets their fee from the ultimate settlement or award, it doesn’t cost you any more money upfront and the earlier you get an attorney involved, the more likely you are to avoid serious problems down the road.

EARLY INTERVENTION WORKS!  Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center, P.C. can help claimants with disabilities and injuries get the benefits they rightfully deserve, and our familiarity with the evaluators is essential in obtaining a fair or even favorable evaluation because employers and their insurance companies will be working hard to save their own money at your expense.  The attorneys at Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center, P.C. offer in depth free consultations to help ensure your claim produces results.

The assistance of an attorney at the time you have to make a statement for a deposition or ensuring things get filed on a timely basis can be very crucial. Gold Country has helped many people who have been hurt at work, so don’t hesitate to call us for a consultation at 530-362-7188 ;

Or toll-free at 877-233-8399.

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California Workers Compensation in 2022

California Workers Compensation in 2022

IF you suffer a work injury in the new year, you’ll likely need legal help in seeking California Workers’ Compensation in 2022. The first thing you should do is report the accident to your employer, but soon after you should contact an Attorney so they can guide you through the process. Filing a California Workers’ Compensation claim might sound simple, but a trustworthy law firm can help you follow up with doctors, gathering the appropriate evidence, and even advising you on what not to do, which can be just as important.

From 2016 to 2017, the most common workers’ compensation injuries were overexertion, which includes big lifts, pulls, pushes, or throws that force a joint or muscle beyond its usual range of motion. Slip and falls, which can happen from wet floors or snowy walkways, are common. Electrocution, which can result in severe burns, cardiac arrest, nerve damage, or even brain injury, are also common. So is being stuck by an object such as a bookshelf, a barricade, or other stationary objects. Transportation incidents while driving for work, such as in the case of truck drivers. Other common injuries include machinery accidents in factories or construction sites, unintentional overdoses, workplace violence, such as in the case of nurses, psychiatric evaluators, and probation officers, exposure to harmful substances such as chemical exposure like asbestos, lead, and acids, and fires or explosions which can also result in inhalation issues, loss of hearing or sight, lung damage, brain injuries, shock wave injuries, and respiratory or cardiac arrest.

The best way to avoid these injuries is to create a safe work environment, but in the event that something does occur, a California Workers’ Compensation must be filed within 30 days of an injury and an Attorney should be contacted immediately to help you through the process. Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center is a law firm that will only be paid after the resolution of your case from the settlement or award. There are no upfront costs to you.

The insurance company might try to dissuade you from getting legal help, and it may seem that it is in your best interest to pocket all of your compensation. But oftentimes, an attorney can help your chances of not only winning your claim but getting you as much owed to you as possible. Insurance companies want to pay as little as possible, so they aren’t necessarily looking out for your best interests.

After contacting Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center, California Workers’ Compensation benefits will be easier to get to the full extent of the law, including medical care, because you have a good support system while enduring the process. Your initial consultation is free, and they will be dedicated to serving your every step of the way. Call today at (530) 362-7188.

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Supplemental Security Income

SSI for Sacramento; Applying for SSI

Supplemental Security Income

If you or a loved one are suffering from a debilitating illness which has resulted in the inability to work, you should apply for Supplemental Security Income. With many rules and time limitations, it’s easy to get lost in the process if you’re doing it on your own. But seeking Supplemental Security Income does not have to be impossible. It can often seem like a daunting task just trying to find the right places to get the correct information, which is why a law firm like Gold Country Workers’ Comp can be the support you need to get the benefits you deserve.

People with both physical and mental disorders can qualify for SSI as long as they don’t have any additional income over a certain amount. Some people may be hospitalized frequently for their illnesses, but whether or not this is the case for you, as long as your disorders keep you from working, then it’s likely you are eligible for some compensation. After all, every case is different. We recommend you contact us as soon as possible, as it is never worth it to wait on filing a claim. This could mean as soon as you have to leave work due to an ongoing condition or if you just suffered a work-related injury.

When it comes to these Supplemental Security Income claims, the specific wording of the doctor’s reports are absolutely crucial. While the doctor will no doubt have the best knowledge to describe your ailments, they don’t always know what to add in order to win the case from the legal point of view. An attorney can help ensure that your doctors’ intentions are accurately understood by those who will be reviewing your file. After all, the doctor may say you have a certain ailment, but the Attorney’s job is to then explain to Social Security how that particular ailment keeps you from actively working not only the job you had before but just about any job.

Your disability could have been the result of a sudden accident, slowly developing condition, illness, physical or mental conditions, or any combination of these, and no matter what, being unable to work because of this is no doubt traumatic.The staff at Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center understand the difficult time you are going through and know that moving the case along as quickly as possible is crucial.

The assistance of an attorney at the time you have to make a statement for a deposition or ensuring things get filed on a timely basis can be very crucial. Gold Country has helped many people who have been hurt at work, so don’t hesitate to call us for a consultation at 530-362-7188 ;

Or toll-free at 877-233-8399.

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Sacramento Social Security Law

Workers Comp Lawyer California

Sacramento Social Security Law – GCWC

If you live in Sacramento California and need assistance with navigating Sacrarmentio social Security Law Call Gold Country Today!

Temporary or Permanent disability is a very real possibility with any injury, whether that is a mental impairment or a physical one, or a combination of the two. This results in having to drastically reduce the amount of time they dedicate to work, or even have to leave work altogether. We all primarily live off of wages to survive, which is why it’s crucial for you to have an understanding of Sacramento Social Security Law and how it can help you when you’re in this situation.

It won’t cost you more to hire an attorney as soon as possible, since all fees are a fixed percentage and are dependent on your firm winning the case. Having an attorney from the very beginning can mean a more efficient procedure right from the start. If you’re disabled, there are many things you already have to keep track of and worry about, but Social Security still has very specific rules and deadlines when it comes to submitting evidence and filing applications and appeals.

In fact, hiring a law firm to assist you with this could mean clearing up any doubts or questions you had about the process or guiding you through your options. Many people don’t know this, but Social Security offers two basic disability programs to which general members of the public can apply: SSI and SSDI. Both will provide monthly payments and medical benefits as long as the claimant who filed is eligible for either (or sometimes both). SSDI pays much better and provides more comprehensive medical benefits, but not everyone qualifies for it depending on their work history. If in doubt about which to apply for, apply for both. You can apply for SSDI online but you must submit a written application to get SSI benefits to your local SSA district office. An attorney already knows the best ways to contact the local offices, so even when applying in the early stages of the procedures, there is still great benefit to hiring someone with experience.

If you require assistance with Sacramento Social Security Law or were injured on the job, Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center will help fight for the compensation you deserve. We offer almost 50 years of legal experience, most of which is in Workers’ Compensation and Disability/Social Security. We have helped many people just like you resolve their issues with a positive outcome. There is no charge for the initial consultation. Call us at 530-362-7188.

530-362-7188.
877-233-8399.
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