Should You Accept a Workers' Comp Settlement Offer?

Welcome to another insightful episode of Work Comp Talk, the leading podcast that empowers injured workers in California. Join our host, Carmen Ramirez, and Managing Attorney Bilal Kassem, co-founder of Pacific Workers, Northern California's premier Workers' Comp Law Firm, as they dive into a crucial topic: "Are you better off not accepting a settlement offer for your workers' comp case?"
In this episode, Carmen and Bilal explore the aftermath of not taking a settlement offer. While it may not happen all the time, there are instances where individuals consider going to trial to seek more compensation. However, it's essential to understand that judges are there not just to grant more money but to ensure that everyone involved has played their part fairly.
Tune in to gain valuable insights into the decision-making process surrounding workers' compensation settlements and trials. Discover how the legal system operates in such cases and learn what factors to consider when evaluating settlement offers.
Whether you're an injured worker, legal professional, or simply curious about the workers' comp process, this episode offers valuable perspectives that can help you make informed decisions.
Don't miss this episode of Work Comp Talk Podcast, your trusted source for all things related to workers' compensation in California. Subscribe, like, and share to stay updated on the latest insights and advice in the field.

Links:
QME Videos:
Understanding AME's and QME's - • Understanding AME's an...
The importance of a QME in Workers' Comp - • The importance of a QM...
Settlement Video:
Never Accept the First Workers' Comp Offer - • Never Accept the First...
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Pacific Workers Law Firm - www.pacificworkers.com/
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[@joselaguna5205]

Thank you for the wonderful videos GUYS.

[@benalexender3046]

Thanks

[@robertmiller1375]

How much is a whole leg

[@robertmiller1375]

My first offer I’ll take it I’m broke lost one leg

[@samuellopez8618]

If I’m already receiving a stips settlement. Will a c&r be more

[@WorkCompTalkPodcast]

Not necessarily, remember the C & R is mean to be a lump sum for what they thing your medical will be worth. A Stip is they take care of you until the end.

[@william3329]

If both parties agreed to a settlement does it move forward to a judge or does it stay between both parties?

[@overrunwithboys216]

If an injured worker simply wants to keep medicals open , due to a pretty bad injury, a leg salvage situation, where unforseen things can happen in the future, will this surely equal going to trial? Can the injured worker EVER lose if thats all they are after, can Workmans comp MAKE you get a "Medicare Set Aside" ?

[@itiiyt]

Just found you today. Can you talk about Hernia work related injuries with 2 surgeries and a possible third in the future. DOI , 2001 Workers comp case with no Attorney still open.

[@WorkCompTalkPodcast]

Yikes, you've been handling this since 2001? May we ask why not get an attorney to get things moving for you? You'd get all the legal help so you can focus on getting your life back instead of dealing with the system. We're here to help, if you'd like 800 606 6999.

[@GvBillyGoat843]

Yeah you definitely need a lawyer

[@joselaguna5205]

What happens When you see 2 QME the same week and first one says you are P&S and de second one says you are not MMI. ??

[@WorkCompTalkPodcast]

Hello Jose, a person's injury is not P&S/MMI until all parts of the injury have reached that status.

[@joselaguna5205]

@@WorkCompTalkPodcast thank you very much for responding God bless you 🙏

[@dthor6922]

I would rather stand my ground n not fold because if you don't, everyone will walk all over you.

[@WorkCompTalkPodcast]

True, but sometimes at what cost does this standing your ground come with. It's a really hard thing to be in, wish you best of luck!

[@pefro]

Sorry that was not as informative as I thought it would be really good information for trial info though