Workers’ Compensation

In this program, we will provide you with valuable insights and knowledge on various practical aspects of workers' compensation, with a special focus on understanding the process from a judge's perspective. Read more

Come join us and find out how you can strengthen your chances of getting an Award or Order Approving the first time around. Read more

Join us for a roadmap to navigate the maze that is the Going and Coming Rule with its many exceptions. Read more

This program chronicles the Labor Codes, Regulations, Case Law, and musings from the courtroom as to why another QME may be needed for your case. Read more

New this year, learn from the comfort of your own home or office! Come join judges, defense attorneys, applicant attorneys and DEU rater for this event you won’t want to miss! Read more

At mid-2023, it’s time to examine the most important developments in California workers’ compensation so far this year. If one tried to separate the wheat from the chaff, what is significant? Here, in no particular order, are my picks: Read more

The California Supreme Court issued its long-awaited decision in the See’s Candies and related cases, finding that employers are not liable for personal injuries or wrongful death when an employee brings home COVID-19 from work, infecting family members. The Supreme Court’s unanimous decision issued July 6, 2023 in Kuciemba v. Victory Woodworks, effectively reversed the outcome of a prior decision of California’s Second District Court of Appeal in Matilde Ek et al. v. See’s Candies Inc. et al. That case rejected defendant See’s Candies request to dismiss a COVID wrongful death lawsuit based on the workers’ compensation “exclusive remedy” rule, allowing the lawsuit to proceed. Read more

The Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board must stop its grant-for-study practice, but is not required to issue a final decision on the merits within 60 days of a petition for reconsideration either, the 2nd District Court of Appeal ruled in a published decision. Read more

I hope you are enjoying a wonderful summer of 2023.  I cannot believe the year as Chair of the Executive Committee is coming to an end. I want to thank each and every member of the Executive Committee for assisting me in accomplishing our goals. I specifically want to thank the Honorable Sharon Velzy for the excellent job of directing our educational programs. The educational programs are our life blood and they keep us going. Please utilize the great opportunities offered in those programs to improve your skills and make you a better attorney. Thank you Saro Kerkonian for providing our members with insightful information with the Enews each month. Read more

Receive up to 35% off each webinar when you purchase all 6! Offer valid through 09/15/2023. This offer is available in OnDemand and Podcast format. Read more