Legal Question in Workers Comp in California

work related stress/anxiety

I have been employeed as a district manager for a quick service food co. in san diego. I have been experiencing anxiety and stress do to my new suporvisor and a performance documentation I am currently disputing with the company. My job was threatened , i have been forced to work for this person. I have experienced panic attacks and was send to see the company provider that told me I had stress/anxiety disorder, also stating for me to have minimal contact with this manager. I was also persribed medication and then told to pay for it on my own. They currently are investigating my claim. I still am working in a hositle environment and I have reported all to my HR dept. I need help what do I do , I would like to have time off , but they won,t give me any. I would have to use my vacation. what do I do?


Asked on 6/15/02, 5:12 pm

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Re: work related stress/anxiety

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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Answered on 6/20/02, 2:48 pm


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