Can Injured Workers Post IME Exam Recordings to Social Media?
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What is the Statute of Limitations for Childhood Sexual Abuse in Washington?
The statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse in Washington is much broader than one would expect. Essentially, there is no definable time limitation when it comes to childhood sexual abuse cases in Washington State. The Washington legislature in RCW 4.16.340 increased the time for a victim to bring a cause of…
What Can You Do When L&I Denies Surgery Authorization?Â
Even if your doctor has formally recommended a surgery, getting authorization from L&I can be challenging for injured workers in Washington. This is not only frustrating, but the delay in your much-needed medical treatment may pose a harmful risk. Spencer Parr, Partner at Washington Law Center, has provided some clear…
What Should I Do If I Receive A Medical Bill In My Workers’ Compensation Case?
Many injured workers, especially those residing out of state, encounter medical providers who are unfamiliar with Washington state’s workers’ compensation rules so it is essential to understand your rights when it comes to medical bills related to your care. Washington State’s Medical Treatment Fee Schedule All medical expenses related to…
New Rights For Injured Workers In Washington State: Recording Independent Medical Exams (IMEs)
Understanding Subsection 4 of RCW 51.36.070 Under the new legislation, injured workers in Washington State now have several important rights when it comes to recording their IME exams: Subsection 4(a) – Right to Record the IME Exam This grants injured workers the right to record audio/video during their IME…
Can I Record My IME Exam?
May an Injured Worker Audio or Video Record an IME Exam? Yes. Pursuant to RCW 51.36.070(4), effective in law as of July 23, 2023, an injured worker may audio or video record an IME examination if the worker has given not less than seven calendar days of notice to the…
2023-2024 Washington State Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) & Maximum and Minimum Time-Loss Rate for Workers’ Compensation
2024-2025 Maximum and Minimum Time Loss Rate in Washington State are now available.
May an Injured Worker Dispute Attending an IME Exam?
Yes, an injured worker can file a written dispute that an IME examination is not appropriate under applicable IME scheduling rules. The Department of Labor & Industries will investigate and may cancel the exam if a correct dispute is filed greater than 15 days prior to the noticed exam. Do…
Concentra For Injured Workers: What You Need To Know
The questions and answers about Concentra below are stated in the sole opinion of Spencer D. Parr, co-founder of Washington Law Center and an experienced L&I litigator.  Is Concentra a Good Place for Injured Workers to Seek Occupational Health Treatment? No. Concentra markets its occupational health services to employers. It…
Which Injury Law Firm in Washington Fights Hardest for Its Clients?
Washington Law Center has recently fought legal battles throughout the Washington Courts, including at the Washington Supreme Court, before the Courts of Appeals, and even in specialized jurisdiction forums like the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals (BIIA), there winning more formally-designated Significant Decisions in the past year than any other…