Legal Question in Workers Comp in California

i had an work related injury and my Employer filed an workers comp case on my behalf. When the Insuranc comp contact me I told them I dont want to pursue it as a workers comp case and I want to be treated by my own Dr. A month later they sent me a letter saying they denied my claim because I didnt see their DR and i was glad they case is closed. However about 6 month later my injury came back and I couldnt work so I hire an attorney and re- open the case with WCAB. few months later I was examined by AME Dr who rule in my favor and told the insurance Comp to pay me for my lost wages. It was 7 months ago and I never received a penny. During that time I went back to work but i didnt last more than a week and I was out sick again. I have sick time on the book but my boos wont let me use it. He said I am no longer an Injured worker because my case is almost done. But Since, I havent received any money or sign any paper work about my case I believe I am to be considered as an injured worker. Am I wrong or is my boss lying to me. Please help ! I am sick and I cant work.

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