In Washington State, the general rule is that you cannot sue your employer for workplace injuries. In exchange for providing no-fault workers’ compensation benefits through the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I), employ…
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Washington’s Workers’ Compensation program — offered through the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) — provides a wide range of benefits to workers who have been hurt on the job or suffered an occupational disease. Retraining is on…
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If you suffered a workplace injury or occupational illness, you may be unable to return to your employment due to your physical restrictions and limitations. Although they are not the equivalent of a paycheck, time loss benefits in Washington can be…
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If you were injured in a workplace accident or suffered an occupational disease, it is important to understand the Workers’ Compensation benefits that may be available to you through Washington State’s Department of Labor and Industries (L&I)…
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If you have suffered a work injury or occupational disease, you are eligible to file a Workers’ Compensation claim with the Washington Department of Labor & Industries (L&I). There are several different types of benefits to which you may be…
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Workers’ Compensation benefits can be crucial to help ensure you obtain the medical treatment you need to recover from your work-related accident and can provide a portion of your lost wages until you are back on your feet. However, Washington Depa…
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If you were hurt on the job, it is essential to seek medical attention immediately. Many work-related injuries can become more serious if they are not treated right away. While Workers’ Compensation can cover the reasonable and necessary medical ex…
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Workers’ Compensation coverage is designed to help ensure you obtain the compensation you need to cover medical treatment and lost wages if you are injured in the workplace. Importantly, you should still receive Washington Labor & Industries (L…
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If you were hurt on the job, you may be wondering what benefits you might be entitled to if your injuries prevent you from working. Although the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) system can provide you with Workers’ Comp…
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A functional capacity evaluation is a test that is performed by an occupational therapist or other healthcare provider to determine an injured worker’s physical abilities. Simply put, they are designed to provide objective information regarding the…
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If you’re injured at work or in some other accident caused by someone else, getting a lawyer may be the only way you can recover the full compensation that the law provides for you.
Secured lifetime total permanent disability benefits (pension) for a 36-year-old Spanish speaking drywall taper who suffered a construction site accident.
Obtained lifetime total permanent disability benefits (pension) obtained for a 42-year-old pipe layer who suffered low back injury requiring multiple back surgeries.
Obtained all available policy limits from insurance for at-fault driver and client’s own underinsured policy for a 46-year-old retail worker who was struck by a vehicle while walking through a parking lot.
Won an allowed workers’ compensation claim for a 66-year-old fire lieutenant who suffered from liver cancer after the Department of Labor and Industries rejected the claim, arguing the condition was not one that could be allowed under the Industrial Insurance Act.
Received a widow’s pension and 6 years of unpaid benefits for a client who was living in Mexico when her husband died while living separately in Texas.
Won lifetime total permanent disability benefits (pension) for a 39-year-old construction worker who suffered a low back injury as an occupational disease, after the claim was rejected.
Obtained lifetime total permanent disability benefits (pension) for a Spanish-speaking 51-year-old farm worker who suffered a left foot and ankle injury.
Secured lifetime total permanent disability benefits (pension) obtained for a Spanish-speaking 52-year-old fast-food worker who injured back while lifting boxes.
Seven figure settlement for motorcyclist struck by vehicle resulting in multiple surgeries.
High six figure settlement and widower pension for fatal rear-end accident involving a semi-truck.
High six figure settlement for individual who was struck while driving when defendant failed to stop at a stop-sign, resulting in back surgery.
Six figure settlement for 60 year old woman who slipped on water which caused her to fall near cash registers at a national retail chain.
Six figure settlement for surviving spouse of former law enforcement officer involved in a fatal motorcycle accident.