Is Settlement in Workers’ Comp Determined by an FCE? When you’re hurt at work, the whole process of workers’ compensation can feel like a maze. Somewhere along the way, your doctor or insurance company may bring up something called an FCE, a Functional Capacity...
The Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) Protects Injured Railroad Workers For most employees, workers’ compensation is the system that covers job-related injuries. But railroad workers are different. They’re covered under a special law called the Federal...
Can I Quit My Job While on Workers’ Comp? You might be asking yourself this question right now: Can I quit my job while I’m still on workers’ comp? In California, the short answer is yes, but the long answer is more complicated. While you’re recovering,...
Seguro de Responsabilidad del Empleador vs. Compensación de Trabajadores Desde la perspectiva del empleador, proteger un negocio y a sus trabajadores requiere más que solo seguir las reglas de seguridad. También implica contar con el seguro adecuado. Ahí es donde...
¿Cuánto Tiempo Toman los Acuerdos de Compensación de Trabajadores en California? Presentar una reclamación es solo el primer paso. El verdadero trabajo empieza cuando luchamos por un acuerdo justo. Entonces, ¿cuánto tiempo puede tardar en resolverse un acuerdo de...
Is Lump Sum Workers’ Comp Settlement Taxable? In most cases, the answer is no. A lump sum workers’ compensation settlement is not taxable under federal or California law. That means you usually don’t have to worry about the IRS or the state taking a portion of...
Can You Get Vacation Pay While on Workers’ Comp? When you’re hurt on the job, workers’ compensation is meant to cover medical bills and replace part of your lost wages. But it usually doesn’t replace your full paycheck. This is why some injured employees ask:...
How Long Do Workers' Comp Settlements Take in California? Filing a claim is just the beginning. The real work begins as we push toward a fair settlement. So, how long until you reach a workers’ comp settlement? In California, it might take a few months, or it could...
Employer’s Liability Insurance vs. Workers’ Compensation From an employer’s perspective, protecting a business and its workers takes more than just following safety rules. It also means carrying the right insurance. That’s where workers’ compensation and...
What is Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)? Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) is one of the most important milestones in a workers’ compensation case. It means your doctor believes your condition is stable and that further treatment is unlikely to improve it. You may...
Who gets to claim the kids as dependents? Raising kids is one of the most rewarding parts of life, but it also comes with big responsibilities, including your time, your energy, and your financial support. Those responsibilities can feel even heavier during or after a...
Difference between a personal injury attorney and a workers’ compensation attorney At Fontes Law Group, we’ve spoken with many people who are recovering from serious injuries and trying to figure out what to do next. One of the first questions they ask is, "What kind...