What Constitutes Substantial Medical Evidence in California (LC 4628)
Injuries in the workplace are unexpected and can cause significant disruption to the productivity of any company. When it comes to workers' compensation claims, however, not just anyone can receive compensation from their workplace. Often, it is a matter of the evidence that is provided…
Labor Code 5500.5 – Date of Injury
Understanding California Labor Codes is an essential task for any employer, but it can be a challenging task. The workers’ compensation defense attorneys at Bober, Peterson & Koby, LLP, shed light on California’s Labor Code 5500.5 - date of injury. Labor Code 5500.5 not only…
Jeff Adelson on S.B. 553
S.B. 553 and July 1 is QUICKLY approaching! Is your anti-violence plan prepared? BPK Partner, Jeffrey Adelson, was quoted in a recent Business Insurance article noting, "employers should look beyond the risk of fines. If an injured worker or surviving family member sues the employer…
Can I Refuse Workers’ Comp in California?
It is a state requirement for California business owners to provide no-fault workers’ compensation insurance for the protection of both employers and employees. However, there are few exceptions to this requirement. As an employer, you may be wondering if you can refuse workers’ comp in…
70% of CA CT Claims Involved An Attorney
In a recent article from businessinsurance.com, the California Workers’ Compensation Institute found that 70% of CA CT Claims involved an attorney, calling this a “unique phenomenon” for California. The article explains that cumulative trauma claims represented 37.5% of all litigated claims in the work comp system in…
Drug Trends in Workers’ Comp Medical Management
Opioid control and prevention is the top pharmacy program concern according to 52% of participants from the 2023 Workers’ Compensation Industry Insights Survey. However, with opioid utilization on the decline in recent years, a more diverse range of trends are beginning to emerge. Silvia Sacalis, from…
New Bill Effecting Work Comp
The new bill, A.B. 1870, would require CA employers to post a revised notice that states an "injured employee may consult a licensed attorney to advise them of their rights under workers compensations laws” and that “(i)n some instances, attorney’s fees may be paid from an injured…
Opportunities at BPK, Let’s Chat!
Are you an attorney with workers’ compensation experience? ... and looking for something better, something different, or just curious about what other firms are paying? We’d love to talk with you. We are always looking for an attorney who can make a difference; whether you…
Why Is Sports Law Unique?
Sports law pertains to the legal needs of sports leagues, athletic organizations, and many other professional sports-related institutions throughout the country. A Los Angeles, California sports lawyer, such as the attorneys at Bober, Peterson & Koby, LLP, focuses on sports law, which can relate to…
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