The Work Injury and L&I Claim System in Washington State

In Washington State, the work injury claim system is designed to reduce litigation and allow claims to move forward. If you are injured at work, you are supposed to receive sure and certain relief for your injuries. You cannot be accused of negligent… Read More
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The Seattle Crane Collapse: A Workers' Compensation Viewpoint

Since the news broke about the collapse of a crane in Downtown Seattle on April 27, 2019, I’ve struggled with whether to comment about the event and what to say. I decided to post about it because I want to share an important message at a time when… Read More
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Representing Washington State Injured Workers' Across the State and Out-of-State

Did you know that we represent Washington State injured workers almost everywhere across the state? And some that moved out of state? Our technology infrastructure enables us to work with clients no matter where they reside… I strive to provide… Read More
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State Funded L&I Claims: Claims and Account Center (CAC)

Sometimes injured workers aren’t sure how best to stay on top of developments in their L&I workers’ compensation claims. In my opinion, one of the best ways to keep track of a State Funded claim is to apply for Claims and Account Center (… Read More
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Ways for Injured Workers to Advocate for Themselves in L&I Claims

One thing I try to do is to empower my clients to take an active role in the progress of their workers’ compensation claims. So many times, when injured workers meet with me, they express sadness, frustration or anger about their L&I claims… Read More
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L&I Progressive Goal Attainment Program (PGAP)

L&I has a program called Progressive Goal Attainment Program (PGAP). PGAP is described as “best practices” evidence-based treatment program for reducing disability associated with pain, depression and other chronic conditions. The PGAP was de… Read More
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L&I Claims - Process and Procedure

In workmen’s compensation claims, there is a process for everything. In theory, if all the processes were followed properly, injured workers wouldn’t need representation and claims would progress from inception to completion efficiently. In r… Read More
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