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What to Do If Your Employer Disputes Your TTD Benefits

Workers’ compensation law in California is supposed to protect employees when they’re injured on the job, but too often, employers or their insurers push back against rightful claims. If your employer disputes your TTD benefits, you need to take action right away.

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How Permanent Partial Disability Ratings Are Determined

Workplace injuries can leave lasting effects, especially when the damage is serious enough to prevent someone from ever regaining full function. In California, employees who suffer permanent but not total injuries may receive compensation through a permanent partial disability (PPD) rating.

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Common Reasons Workers’ Compensation Claims Are Denied and How to Avoid Them

Getting hurt on the job turns life upside down. A single denial letter can add stress to an already painful recovery, especially when medical bills are piling up and time off work feels uncertain. This guide explains some of the most common reasons workers’ compensation adjusters reject claims and what steps you can take right now to protect your rights and benefits.

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The Appeals Process for Denied Workers’ Compensation Claims

If you've experienced a workplace injury and your workers’ compensation claim has been denied, it can feel like an overwhelming setback. You’ve likely followed all the proper procedures and believed your claim would be accepted, only to be met with rejection. However, a denied workers' compensation claim is not the end of the road.

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Can Pre-Existing Conditions Affect Your Workers' Compensation Claim?

Whether it’s a bad back from years ago, an old knee surgery, or chronic asthma, many people hesitate to file a claim because they think their past medical history disqualifies them.

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Common Workplace Injuries That May Entitle You to Compensation

At The Law Office of Cezar J. Torrez in Sacramento, California, I’ve had the privilege of helping many workers secure the compensation they rightfully deserve following a workplace injury. Workers’ compensation is designed to protect employees who are injured on the job.

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How to Prove Your Injury Qualifies for Workers’ Compensation Benefits

As an experienced workers’ compensation attorney at The Law Office of Cezar J. Torrez, I know how overwhelming it can be to suffer an injury at work. Medical bills pile up, lost wages add stress, and the claims process feels intimidating.

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What to Do if Your Workers’ Compensation Claim Is Denied

If your workers' compensation claim has been denied, it can feel like a frustrating and overwhelming setback. At The Law Office of Cezar J. Torrez, I understand the stress and confusion that often accompanies this situation. Workers’ compensation is a vital benefit for workers who are injured on the job, and it’s essential to know how to handle a denial.

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What Is a Peer Review in Workers’ Compensation?

Workers' compensation is an essential system designed to support employees who have experienced work-related injuries or illnesses. One critical process that helps maintain the fairness and appropriateness of care in these cases is a peer review.

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Workers' Compensation FAQ

Workers' compensation is a state-mandated insurance program designed to provide financial and medical benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses.

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