In a recent panel decision by the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB), Byers v. Sonsray […]
Category Archives: Workers’ Compensation
At Yrulegui & Roberts, we represent employers and insurers in navigating the complexities of workers’ […]
As we observe Veterans Day, it is a fitting time to reflect on the significant […]
Navigating the complexities of California’s workers’ compensation system can be overwhelming, especially when it comes […]
In the context of workers’ compensation defense, procedural rules are essential to ensure that cases […]
When it comes to workers’ compensation, medical disputes can feel like an endless game of […]
In workers’ compensation law, some cases can stall for long periods, either due to inactivity by the applicant or delays in pursuing necessary steps to move the claim forward. To prevent such cases from lingering indefinitely, California Code of Regulations Section 10550 provides a mechanism for dismissing inactive cases after a year of inactivity. This […]
Navigating the intersection of workers’ compensation claims and Medicare can be complex, particularly when it comes to understanding the concept of conditional payments. These payments are an essential part of the Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) rules and play a significant role in the administration of Workers’ Compensation Medicare Set-Asides (WCMSAs). In this blog post, we […]
When dealing with Workers’ Compensation Medicare Set-Asides (WCMSAs), one critical phase that often determines the outcome is the review process conducted by the Workers’ Compensation Review Contractor (WCRC). The WCRC plays a pivotal role in ensuring that Medicare’s interests are protected by thoroughly evaluating the adequacy of proposed WCMSA amounts. This blog post will explain […]
When it comes to settling workers’ compensation claims that involve Medicare beneficiaries, one crucial aspect that must be considered is the establishment of a Workers’ Compensation Medicare Set-Aside (WCMSA). A WCMSA allocates a portion of the settlement to cover future medical expenses that would otherwise be paid by Medicare. There are two primary ways to […]