Legal Question in Workers Comp in California
employer interference with doctors no work orders
Can an employer and WC doctor negotiate your already decided course of treatment without your knowledge or consent? Can the employer after the WC doctor says no work, call and demand that modifications to work be granted? Can the doctor without examining you again grant these work modifications?
What are my obligations when I have a no work order for 21 days to return to work, if my employer is calling and demanding that I return?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: employer interference with doctors no work orders
Within the first 30 days, your employer may control your medical care. You should obtain representation immediately so as to be referred to a doctor your attorney works with. When you are deemed permanent and stationary it is critical to your final award to have your work restrictions opined by a doctor who is applicant oriented, and not one on your employer's insurance company payroll. The worker's compensation system is very adversial. The insurance companies will get away with anything they can. They will pay you the minimum on your claim unless you obtain representation to protect your interests. The worker's compensation insurance companies have attorneys, why don't you?? Call me directly at (619) 222-3504.
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