Irvine Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
Representing Injured Workers in Irvine, California
Workers’ compensation is a no-fault insurance system designed to give injured workers in California the care and benefits they need after a work-related injury or illness without worrying about who caused it or if it was caused by negligence. As long as the injury is work-related or occurred in the scope of the worker’s employment, workers’ compensation benefits should apply. If they don’t or there are complications, it is time to talk to the Irvine workers’ compensation lawyers of Alvandi Law Group, P.C. to see what can be done. Our entire legal team is here to help you understand and use your rights as an injured worker in Irvine, CA.
Call (800) 980-6905 or send an online contact form now to learn more about your options and our legal services.
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Alvandi Law Group, P.C. proudly represents workers from all industries in Irvine. Whether you work in one of the largest corporations in the city or are employed by a small mom-and-pop shop, we are here to make filing for workers’ compensation simple, and to fight for your rights if your employer or the insurance company makes it complicated.
Four of the largest occupational industries in Irvine include:
- Scientific and technical services
- Manufacturing
- Healthcare and social assistance
- Finance and insurance
Out of the largest industries in Irvine, the manufacturing industry and healthcare industry are the most likely to see work-related injuries. Manufacturing professionals may be required to work around moving and dangerous machinery, which can result in a variety of work accidents. Healthcare professionals are at risk of contracting an illness from patients (occupational disease), and many suffer from repetitive stress injuries (RSIs), such as back injuries from spending long hours on their feet and moving patients who require mobility assistance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I Need a Lawyer to File a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Irvine, CA?You are not legally required to file a workers’ compensation claim with a lawyer’s help. However, it is highly recommended that you at least consult with an attorney before filing so you can see if legal counsel would benefit you based on the details of your case. Even administrative law judges with the CA Division of Workers’ Compensation often tell claimants to talk with an attorney before taking their claims any further.
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How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer in Irvine, CA?California law limits how much a workers’ compensation attorney can charge for their services. Usually, an attorney can only be paid an amount between 10% and 30% of the total benefits awarded to the client, depending on the complexity of the case. At Alvandi Law Group, P.C. in Irvine, we strive to keep our attorney rates fair and competitive, so our legal counsel remains available to more people.
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If I’m Hurt at Work in Irvine, Do I Get to Choose My Own Doctor?For workers’ compensation claims filed in California, the claims administrator can choose which doctor sees the injured worker for the first 30 days of treatment. If treatments are still required after 30 days, the injured worker can choose a new doctor or medical facility of their choice, as long as any required travel to the new physician is considered a “reasonable” distance. However, if you predesignate which doctor you want to treat you in case you’re in a work accident, the claims administrator may be required to use that predesignated choice.
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What Is the Deadline for Reporting a Work Injury in Irvine, CA?
Under guidelines set by the California Department of Industrial Relations Division of Workers’ Compensation, an injured worker should report a work-related injury to their employer within 30 days. If no report is given within 30 days, the worker could lose their right to receive workers’ compensation benefits.
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How Long Do I Have to Seek Medical Attention for a Work Injury in Irvine to Be Eligible for Workers’ Compensation Benefits?Injured workers in Irvine are required to report the injury to their employer within 30 days, and it is better to report it as soon as possible rather than waiting until the 30th day. If the work injury is reported before the 30-day limit, the worker should be eligible to receive workers’ comp benefits, which include medical treatments at no cost to them.
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What Happens if My Employer in Irvine Refuses to Authorize Necessary Medical Treatment for My Work Injury?
If your employer refuses to authorize the medical care you need for a work injury, you should still seek any medical treatment you need to recover. As soon as possible, you should also call a workers’ compensation attorney who can fight for your rights. You might have grounds to sue your employer for failing to comply with workers’ compensation requirements.
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What Is the Average Wait Time to Receive Benefits After Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Irvine, CA?When a workers’ compensation claim is filed correctly and accepted by the insurance company, the average wait time to see the first benefits is only three days. Not all cases are handled and accepted smoothly, though, so the wait time for each case should be considered unique due to its specific details.
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What Is the Closest CA State Division of Workers’ Compensation Office to Irvine?Most workers’ compensation claims and cases filed in Irvine will be handled by the CA State Division of Workers’ Compensation office in nearby Santa Ana, CA. The office is located at 2 MacArthur Pl, Santa Ana, CA 92707, and its contact phone number is 714-558-4121.
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Where Is the Nearest Alvandi Law Group, P.C. Office to Irvine, CA?We have a Newport Beach office not far from Irvine. It is located at 20301 SW Acacia St, Second Floor, Newport Beach, CA 92660. For many parts of your workers’ compensation claim, you can interact with us remotely or digitally, so you won’t have to make many trips to our office. To set up a location at an Alvandi Law Group, P.C. office nearest you, start by dialing (800) 980-6905">(800) 980-6905.
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Are Temporary Construction Workers in Irvine Eligible for Workers’ Compensation?Workers’ compensation in California covers all eligible employees, including temporary and part-time construction workers. You might not be covered by workers’ comp if you are an independent contractor, though.
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If I Get into an Accident While Commuting to or From Work in Irvine, Will I Be Covered by Workers’ Compensation?Generally, California workers’ compensation rules do not apply to workers who are commuting to and from work. It has been argued before and upheld by courts that commuting to work is not job-related in the spirit of workers’ compensation law because workers have the choice of where they live and how they commute.
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My Employer in Another State, but I Work in Irvine, California – Do I Qualify for Workers’ Compensation in California?The California Division of Workers’ Compensation requires out-of-state employers to purchase California-recognized workers’ compensation coverage for any workers who regularly work in California. If you live in Irvine, work for a company in Florida, for example, and suffer a job-related injury, you should be able to file for workers’ compensation through California’s system, not Florida’s.
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I’m a Delivery Driver in Irvine – Am I Covered by Workers’ Compensation if I Get into an Accident While Making a Delivery?Workers who use their private vehicles for job-related tasks should be covered by workers’ compensation if they get into a car accident. However, many couriers and drivers who don’t use a company vehicle are considered independent contractors and may not be covered for that reason. You should talk with our attorneys to see if you are covered based on your employment status and job description.
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I’m a Personal Trainer in Irvine Who Sees Clients in Their Homes, if I Get Hurt Training a Client, Can I File for Workers’ Comp?
If you have workers’ compensation insurance provided by an employer or provided by a policy you purchased as a self-employed personal trainer, you should be covered by workers’ comp if you get hurt while working in a client’s home. The key detail is that you were doing job-related work when you were injured, so your coverage should still apply, even though you weren’t on company property.
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What Are My Rights if I’m a Restaurant Worker in Irvine and I Get Injured on the Job?You have the right to use your workers’ compensation insurance coverage if you are injured on the job as a restaurant worker in Irvine. You should tell your employer about your injury as soon as you can, so they can process your workers’ comp claim. You have the right to the full benefits owed to you under the policy, as well as the right to consult with a workers’ compensation attorney at any time.
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Where Will I Be Treated for My Workplace Injuries if I Work in Irvine, CA?The medical center that treats you after a workplace injury will depend on the specifics of your coverage and if you predesignated a medical center as your preferred treatment location. If you have not named a predesignated medical center and you are seriously injured at work, you may be treated at Hoag Hospital – Irvine, Kaiser Permanente Orange County – Irvine Medical Center, or any of the other large medical centers in the region.
A typical workers’ compensation claim filed in Irvine can recover or include these benefits:
- Medical treatment costs: All medical treatment expenses related to your work injury should be fully covered, including the cost of future care and specialized therapies if needed.
- Wage replacement: Depending on how much work you miss due to your injury, you could be eligible to receive temporary disability pay (based on your average wages) or long-term disability pay (usually based on your disability rating).
- Vocational retraining: You may be eligible to receive benefits that pay for the cost of being trained or certified to work in a new professional if you cannot return to your previous work due to your injury or illness.
- Death benefits: If you lost a loved one to a workplace accident in Irvine, you might be able to receive death benefits through workers’ compensation, which can pay for lost wages, funeral and burial costs, and more.
By choosing to work with a local Irvine workers’ compensation attorney from Alvandi Law Group, P.C., you can get the benefits of working with someone who knows the area. Our team knows the staff and administrative law judges (ALJs) who often oversee cases at the CA State Division of Workers’ Compensation office on MacArthur Place, so we know what they like to see and hear during arguments. We know the industries that employ the most people in Orange County and the common dangers within those industries, so we can anticipate what challenges might occur in your claim based on the cases we have seen before. When you want your claim handled by a local team that knows the ins and outs of it from the start, you’ll want to work with us.
Talk to our Irvine workers’ comp attorneys by dialing (800) 980-6905 or filling out an online contact form .
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