Undercover Surveillance Of Your Activities In Workers Comp. Interview with real private investigator

This video is PART ONE of an interview with a real private investigator that films injured workers without their knowledge. He answers your questions as to what to expect if you are being followed and how to protect yourself.
If you have a worker's compensation claim, there is a good chance you will have someone following you at some point. It is important to know what they can and cannot do to protect yourself.
This is part one of three in the interview.
Please note this information will only be relevant for injuries that are under the jurisdiction of California WCAB.
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Promised links:
Private investigator Code of conduct
www.cali-pi.or....
www.bsis.ca.go...
I will link part two and three once they are published.
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Video Chapters:
0:37 What is the purpose of surveillance and how is surveillance used in workers' compensation?
0:57 When might someone start to follow you for a workers' compensation claim?
1:32 Does every workers' comp case have undercover surveillance?
1:46 How can you recognize if you are being followed by an undercover investigator?
2:19 What to do if you are being followed and feel threatened?
2:30 Do undercover investigators have a specific type of vehicle?
2:48 Are most private investigators male or female?
3:03 Can you confront someone filming you?
3:31 What will happen if you confront a private investigator that is filming you?
3:47 What will happen if you identify a private investigator?
4:04 What should you do if you see and investigator but do not want to be followed?
4:29 How long will I be followed for undercover surveillance for a workers' comp claim?
4:45 Will an investigator contact or follow my friends or family?
5:20 Will an investigator call or text your family or friends?
5:30 How long are private investigator shifts?
5:55 How long is an investigation work day for California workers' compensation?
6:17 Can a private investigator put a tracking device on my vehicle for California workers' compensation?
6:32 Can an investigator hack your social media account?
7:29 Can investigators follow you inside of buildings?
7:40 Can investigators film you when you are at home?
8:21 Will an investigator follow me at school to secretly film me?
8:40 Are private investigators regulated by the state?
8:50 What codes of conduct do private investigators have to follow?
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[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

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[@evetteshantay325]

They'll get bored watching and following me.😂Great video thanks ,Naomi. 😊

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Thank you Shantay 😊

[@TheJimJonesKC5DOVChannel]

That's what they all say. : )

[@asbmp]

I remember 12 years ago I almost got into some serious trouble being falsely accused of causing serious badly harm to another worker. I was a janitor at the time this coworker falsely claimed that I hit his foot with a vacuumed cleaner and that the vacuum cleaner sucked up his leg chopping up his foot. as of result of this he got our boss and his doctors to sign off on this claiming that he lost his foot and that he had to be amputated. 12 months later I was clear from my troubles which I happened to find out that my coworker and the entire company got into some serious trouble because it was a fraudulent workers comp claim they made against me just because i'm visually impaired.

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Wow Alfonso, That's crazy soap opera stuff! - Naomi

[@asbmp]

@@GonzalezLawEmpower how can i protect myself from a situation like this in the future?

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

@@asbmp Your best bet is to do an incident report the day of and make a list of potential witnesses.

[@hysterlife7854]

Naomi great video!!! Truly appreciate this video so much!

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

You're welcome Hyster Life :-)

[@jackcsaffell5641]

Ms. Naomi. I found this interview fascinating. My limitations have always been not to lift more than 20#'s and no kneeling. In these 7years I am not aware if I was ever surveilled. If I was, they were good at their job. he he he. Thank you for your wonderful videos.

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

I am glad you enjoyed it Jack. I plan to release part two and three of the interview once I can edit them. Stayed tuned 😀 - Naomi

[@georgerios7491]

Thanks 😊love this video it’s scary to think somebody is watching u bye ✌️

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Thanks George 🙂

[@creepincarl]

My question is if my MRI shows a legitimate injury would and insurance company still hire an investigator?

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Hi Sanders, The insurance company can hire one if they want. More red flags the more likely. You have a lot of prior injuries or your work status not consistent with the injury or last too long, they are more likely to do. But really might anytime. General info not legal advice. Not representing you. Hope this helps, Naomi

[@aquiconfeya]

I know someone that is committing a fraud I wish the insurance investigate him with surveillance.

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

They may especially if he throws out some red flags.

[@900distribution7]

Who?

[@dasmadchen]

I’m being followed everywhere I go. It’s draining. How many years will this go on for???

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

That doesn't usually happen for that long. Most people only get a few days.

[@balwantattal7132]

Can I still apply for SSDI while receiving workers compensation check

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Yes you can apply. It may effect your case and settlement though. General info, not legal advice, not representing you. Naomi

[@TheFrenchPug]

I can't understand half of what he was saying.

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

I'm sorry about that. I made sure to put closed captioning in to help with that. I might put it on the screen for the part two.

[@realtalk37851]

I can with no problem. Turn it up and you will 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

@@realtalk37851 😊

[@OldSchoolChicano1974]

Closed caption.setting

[@saulr.3541]

Sounds like shit.😅

[@judgejaywebster]

Ms Naomi thanks for all the great videos. I`ve been on workers comp for 4 months and today my job sent me a return to work letter as they can now accommodate my restrictions. My issue is I thought I was terminated because whenever I contacted human resources after I reported my injury they would ignore my texts, I also received a letter from my medical insurance company informing me my benefits were terminated because I was fired. I was fired 4 days after I reported my injury. Now they want me to return to work. Is this right and can I sue them for wrongful termination?

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

James, are you sure you were terminated? Usually still on the books unless actual termination letter is received. Can be off work for a time and private health care discontinued then offered a job. If you weren't terminated then can't sue for wrongful termination . But if were terminated, I can give a referral to employment attorney for a consult on wrongful termination. If you want one, text "James referral" to 909-266-0003. Take care, Naomi

[@judgejaywebster]

@@GonzalezLawEmpower you're fantastic! Thank you for the quick response and referral. I didn't receive a termination letter but letter I have is from Optum Financial financial stating my employer said I experienced a qualifying event (termination) and that I can continue my health care coverage under COBRA.

[@qiulynn2421]

Hi Naomi, I have a question; I saw my primary treating physician last wk and was told my work restrictions may be permanent; she will discuss it at my next appointment. I was wondering if the work restrictions are permanent,who will decide it? is the primary treating physician or QME doctor? (I saw QME doctor prior to surgery). if my current employer cannot accommodate my permanent work restrictions, will I be unemployed? What about the waiting time ( from primary doctor give permanent work restrictions till seeing QME doctor, can I still receive tempt work benefits?) Thank you so much!

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Qiu, Whichever dr PTP or QME finds you P&S first, your TTD benefits will stop. This video will show what happens next. Life After Work Comp kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKvYp6qjZr1nsM0 Hope this helps, Naomi

[@qiulynn2421]

@@GonzalezLawEmpower Thank you, Naomi, very helpful! I saw the video you recommended, I was wondering what about the 60 days when HR makes the decision to either provide reasonable accommodations or not? Is it still eligible for tempt benefits to wait for HR to make decisions in the 60 days? Thank you!

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

@@qiulynn2421 Unfortunately no, but you can sometimes start getting PD advances. But those have to be paid back at settlement.

[@qiulynn2421]

@@GonzalezLawEmpower thank you Namo! in this case, can I apply for EDD? if i was released from PTP for a P&S, but haven't got a position to accommodate, also cannot get tempt benefits from wc? Thank you very much!

[@Denshosan]

Can the investigator confront you directly or do they film secretly?

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

They shouldn't be talking to you. But they are not sometimes all that secret. Some are better than others on being discrete.

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

They shouldn't be talking to you. But they are not sometimes all that secret. Some are better than others on being discrete.

[@hiramwilson3438]

When will I know if they have videos evidence

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Hiram, No way of knowing for sure until they produce it. Usually they will ask very specific questions when they do. Ie when was the last time you walked your dog? If they have you on video walking your dogs. - Naomi

[@hiramwilson3438]

@@GonzalezLawEmpower I thought that was the reason they stopped paying and paying for my medical

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

@@hiramwilson3438 Sounds like your case was denied. Your denial letter should tell the reason for the denial.

[@hiramwilson3438]

@@GonzalezLawEmpower no letter

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

@@hiramwilson3438 Ask your adjuster for the denial letter. If you have an attorney, ask them for it.

[@MMAGUY13]

Went to court today the insurance company said they have surveillance they want me under oath 20 minutes for testimony. I can’t see the film until I’m done testifying. Now I have fear until march. I had 2 surgeries and the have survalence. So much fear did I bring garbage out did I bring groceries in did I walk my dog it could be anything God help me.

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

I'm sorry, that sucks. You're right, could be anything. Your best bet is to use non committal language. Give yourself some breathing room with your language. Like did you take out the trash? Not that i recall as opposed to no. General info, not legal advice. Not representing you. Good luck Naomi

[@MMAGUY13]

@@GonzalezLawEmpower Thank you my dear. ❤️

[@MMAGUY13]

Can I call you and ask some advice? I will zell you a fee before I call for a consultation.

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

@@MMAGUY13 Sorry we cannot do a paid consult, it is against the rules in work comp. But you can text " consult" to 909-266-0003 for a free consultation.

[@MMAGUY13]

Is that you company

[@ilyasmuhyialdin1944]

They definitely be watching I've caught them 3 times the last week and we made it clear we know they watching amd I won't lie it's very nerve racking and makes you very paranoid like now o feel like qhen I go out my house someone always watching me or following me not good for someone who has mental health issues I hope this stuffs over soon smhthey even followed me to my family's house and parked and watched me untill we flew the drone in front his windshield 🤣

[@realtalk37851]

I can hear everything he’s saying. They wanna keep him anonymous

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Thank you Real Talk 🙂

[@BearPapa49]

The interview is good but too distorted. Can you clear it up a little bit more

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Hi Roy, Nice to hear from you. The distortion was intentional. It was necessary to fully conceal his identity. I wanted to respect his need to be anonymous. I know it is not easy to understand. I hope the closed captioning helped. - Naomi

[@OldSchoolChicano1974]

Put your video on the closed caption setting if the feature is available

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

@@OldSchoolChicano1974 Good idea 🙂 I put in closed captions specifically because it is hard to understand.

[@puppymafia10]

Is it legal for a surveillance investigator to look at your back yard? Sometimes I feel someone is in the alley near my back yard wall. Idk maybe I’m paranoid lol

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

It would go back to your expectation of privacy. If any bystander can look at you in your back yard, they can. If they would have to climb at tree or something to see in, then you have a good argument against the use of their film.

[@Los714]

Will they still hire a private investigator after the deposition?

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

They can if they want to.

[@Los714]

@@GonzalezLawEmpower ok. Thank you for all your videos!

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

@@Los714 You're welcome 😊

[@mychaelbordenave961]

Will workers comp hire private investigator even if my claim is denied ?

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

If you have a case open, they may hire one. But not as likely. They have denied you and don't want to spend money on you. But they do need to litigate your claim and that can be part of their discovery to try and gather evidence of it were to go to trial especially if the reason for the denial was that they think you made it up. General info, not legal advice, not representing you. Hope this helps, Naomi

[@BossSimba]

Hi thanks for the info. My workers compensation pays my medical bills but they are not paying temporary disability payments. They have paid weekly benefits before but I have not been paid for 4 weeks now and today they just paid me for medical mileage but not the weekly benefits. I just recently filled a claim for compensation and I'm currently waiting for their official response. What do you think is going on? Thanks

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Thanks for the question, Sounds like your case is accepted but either 1) you've hit your max payment of 104 weeks, 2) you were released by your doctor or QME P&S 3) the adjuster does not have your updated work status with off work 4) your employer now can accommodate your restrictions. Just ask your adjuster or attorney why they have stopped coming. Good luck, Naomi

[@BossSimba]

@@GonzalezLawEmpower Thank you for the prompt response. I'm still on light duty (restrictions) and I go for a follow up visit in 2 weeks when the doctor will probably return me to full duty. Also I was terminated just after reporting my injury.

[@hiramwilson3438]

Can they use a trail cam

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

What is a trail cam?

[@AnonymousAmerican69]

Can they go to gyms even tho the doctors said you have to lose weight and excercize so your back gets better no weights just cardio equipment and sauna

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Yes, gyms are a public place. If you are only doing dr orders then they will only capture you being compliant. They are not analyzing legal arguments they are just doing surveillance.

[@AnonymousAmerican69]

@@GonzalezLawEmpower Thanks for the answer much appreciated

[@WestlandDocAlchoholiday]

The key is to drive fast and drive with purpose if you drive slow all the time then you’re gonna have a problem

[@psm23formeethel17]

thats great to catch fraud - now maybe deal with authentic claims and pay for my broken wrist to be seen by a specialist! Workers comp is the worst. My claim is legitimate and Sedgwick is the WORST - thats why i never want to deal with them... Terrible 😢😢😢

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Yes

[@Tumble96]

Do they track your phone

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Shouldn't track phone

[@Tumble96]

Thank you

[@Bigg1942]

I got injured in April and reported my injury at work. After I went to the emergency room the insurance adjuster contacted me and said they will send me the necessary paperwork to seek treatment. They never sent anything until July. In August they paid for my mileage expenses, surgery, and physical therapy but they have not paid the temporary benefits from the time I actually got injured in April. They only started paying from July the date I saw the orthopedic doctor for my injury. What documents do I need to submit for them to pay benefits from my date of injury in April to July. Thank you

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Hi Bigg1942, The most likely reason they didn't pay retro TTD payments is you have no work comp doctor report saying you were needing to be off work for that time period. If we are in that situation, we usually ask the QME, for their opinion as to periods you were TTD from date of injury. If QME says you should have been ttd, then you will most likely be successful in getting retro ttd. Can ask your PTP too but they are more hesitant to give that opinion and defense less likely to accept. Good luck! Naomi

[@jaedog369]

You gotta put the laser side on them

[@delorisposey6600]

THERE'S A LOT MORE!JUDGE DANIEL L STEWART!FOLLOWED ME DOWN NATIONAL CITY BLVD!AFTER PRESIDING OVER MY CASE

[@Harry-nn4px]

It would be nice if we could ACTUALLY UNDERSTAND WTF the guy is saying.

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

Sorry, had to put in the distortion

[@angelacolombo750]

​@@GonzalezLawEmpowersorry but that doesn't help us if you can't understand them

[@annasandoval11]

that’s why at the beginning of the video, she suggested to turn on your CC. Thank you for this informative video Mrs Gonzalez.

[@DeepDarkReptiles007]

Can PIs invade your personal space

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

I don't know what you mean by personal space. They can be anywhere in public you are. They cannot touch you. But if you are aggressive with them, they will probably defend themselves. General info, not legal advice, not representing you. Hope this helps, Naomi

[@delorisposey6600]

FIELD SUPPORT OFFICE

[@AG-mm9wn]

Guy has such a horrible job

[@johntoomey357]

DARTH VADER PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR

[@GonzalezLawEmpower]

😄