The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has brought about a time of unprecedented uncertainty. At O’Connor * Telezinski, our staff and clients are like family to us, and we care about the well-being of our community. Our hearts are with those who have been affected personally by COVID-19, as well as the many communities that are facing…
Some Important Updates in the World of Workers’ Comp for 2020 2020 is here! Although there are many updates in our wonderful world of California Workers’ Compensation, here are a few that might impact your practice, whether you are an adjuster, employer, or someone just interested in workers’ compensation. California Assembly Bill 5 – Uber…
The Department of Industrial Relations’ Office of Self-Insurance Plans has recently outlined its best practices for claim handling and, in particular, its red flags for audit risks. The Office of Self-Insurance Plans noted that there are a growing number of self-insured employers in California, and new e-filing and updated Regulations will also result in increased…
When a dispute arises regarding a medical determination made by an employee’s treating physician, the issue is often resolved by use of a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). There are rules, however, as to what information may be provided to the QME and under what circumstances. The Law California Labor Code section 4062.3 contains rules regarding…
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