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If you’ve been injured on the job or are dealing with a difficult Washington state L&I claim, the experienced L&I Attorneys at Emery | Reddy, PC are here to help. We represent Washington state workers in Labor and Industries (L&I) claims, Employment Law disputes, and Personal Injury claims.
With over 80 years of combined experience, our L&I Lawyers understand how the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) — and large employers — operate. We use that knowledge to help injured workers recover time-loss, medical benefits, vocational rehabilitation, PPD awards, and L&I pensions. Our legal team also holds employers accountable for wrongful termination, retaliation, and wage violations.
Don’t navigate your L&I claim alone. Contact the trusted L&I Attorneys at Emery | Reddy for a Free Case Review with an experienced Intake Specialist to learn more about how Emery | Reddy may be able to help. No fee unless we recover for you.
Serving Seattle, Vancouver, Bellevue, Everett, Olympia, Shoreline, Tacoma, Spokane, and workers across Washington state.
No one expects to get injured at work, but unfortunately, it does happen. If you’ve been injured while on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, and we’re here to help you navigate your L&I claim. The claims process is often complex, time-consuming, and filled with paperwork and legal technicalities. Without the proper resources, navigating the L&I claims process can be overwhelming. Our team of has over eight decades of combined experience helping clients with Labor and Industries claims. We are passionate about helping Washington state workers receive the benefits to which they are entitled.
In today’s digital age, data breaches are becoming increasingly common, affecting the personal and financial information of millions of individuals. If your personal information has been compromised due to a data breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Our team is here to help you understand your rights and take action. Navigating the aftermath of a data breach can be overwhelming. From identity theft to financial loss, the impact can be long-lasting and difficult to resolve without legal support. Emery Reddy’s Data Breach Attorneys have extensive experience holding companies accountable for failing to protect sensitive consumer data.
Whether wrongfully terminated from their job or discriminated against at work, we help Washington state workers hold employers accountable for violating workers’ rights. We understand Washington state and federal employment laws and know what it takes to bring a case to court or settle a claim. Our cases have changed Washington state law in favor of workers, and we’ve gone up against big-name corporations like Amazon, Microsoft, and more. Emery | Reddy is one of the only firms in the nation that litigates both L&I and Employment and Labor Law cases — because law firms that can’t do both are unlikely to get you the total award you deserve.
There’s never a good time to get hurt. So when injury strikes and you need experienced legal representation, call us for a Free Case Review with an experienced Intake Specialist. Our Personal Injury Attorneys spent the first years of their careers defending and trying cases in court for the insurance companies before changing sides and fighting for the rights of workers instead. We know how the other side thinks, and we know how to build your case with the right experts, the right trial resources, and the best motions-practice strategy. We understand how to set up a case for success at trial, and we are committed to providing quality injury representation and guidance.
Vine a Emery | Reddy en busca de un abogado laboral experimentado y pude recibir asesoramiento legal experto de Patrick y Karolina. Trabajé especialmente de cerca con Karolina, quien me ayudó durante todo el proceso de principio a fin.
Tim y su equipo son más que fantásticos, trabajaron en mi caso y las palabras no pueden expresar lo agradecida que estoy con ellos. Extremadamente profesionales y muy conocedores, con una gran comunicación que resultó en una gran victoria para mi caso.
Tim y Emery | El equipo de Reddy me ha ayudado con un asunto laboral... y debo decir que no puedo decir lo suficiente lo agradecido y feliz que estoy con el servicio que he recibido. Fueron detallistas, atentos, puntuales en la comunicación y muy bien informados. ¡Muy, muy recomendable!
Trabajar con Tim y Patrick fue un placer absoluto. Ambos son profesionales de la más alta calidad y ayudaron a convertir un conjunto de circunstancias difíciles en un proceso claramente navegable que resultó en un resultado muy favorable.
Cuando buscas justicia, cuando quieres resultados y cuando se trata de defender a las personas, sin duda, recurres a Tim y al equipo de Emery | Reddy. En pocas palabras, están un nivel por encima del resto con su conocimiento, profesionalismo y transparencia.
Trabajar con Tim y Patrick fue un placer absoluto. Ambos son profesionales de la más alta calidad y ayudaron a convertir un conjunto de circunstancias difíciles en un proceso claramente navegable que resultó en un resultado muy favorable.
No quedarás cegado por campanas y silbatos falsos que te distraigan, pero más aún, serás bienvenido bajo su cuidado y guía mientras invierten todas sus innumerables horas, conocimientos y recursos para ayudarte a superar tu difícil experiencia y garantizar que hayan agotado todo para asegurarnos de que lo atiendan en su máximo potencial
Nunca he visto a una empresa luchar tan duro como lo hicieron ellos. Nos pusieron en una situación muy difícil, y Emery | Reddy trabajó día y noche para hacer el trabajo. Recibimos una compensación completa y más. No puedo recomendar a Emery Reddy lo suficiente.
No tengo más que elogios para el bufete de abogados Emery | Reddy. Cada persona con la que traté estaba más que dispuesta a dejar lo que estaba haciendo para ayudarme lo antes posible. No puedo agradecerles lo suficiente por su determinación en lograr que se realizaran las reparaciones justas a mi cuerpo.
Muy rápido, comprensivo y Annie French fue de gran ayuda y me guió a través de todos los documentos necesarios para firmar
Emery | Reddy hizo que una experiencia muy difícil fuera mejor de lo que esperaba. Mi liquidación estuvo cerca del máximo posible. Fueron amables, comprensivos y se mantuvieron en comunicación conmigo.
Tuve una admisión con Kendra, ella fue increíblemente solidaria y me ayudó a guiarme a través de los pasos. ¡Altamente recomendado!
El único abogado con el que debería trabajar en robo de salarios es Tim Emery de Emery | Reddy. ¡¡Tim y su equipo son de primera categoría!!
La firma fue increíble en ayudarme con mi caso de L&I. Estoy muy feliz y agradecido por su arduo trabajo. Un agradecimiento especial al equipo K, Karolina y Kati, por su excelente trabajo en alcanzar un gran acuerdo.
odos en Emery | Reddy hicieron todo lo posible para ayudarme a superar un momento muy difícil lidiando con L&I. Si no fuera por ellos, no habría recibido todos los beneficios que necesitaba para mantener a mi familia durante mi lesión. Lucharon por mí en cada paso del camino.
Tim y Patrick son los mejores en el negocio. Realmente se preocupan por ayudar a los trabajadores a obtener hasta el último centavo que merecen. ¡El personal es increíble también!
Recientemente tuve el privilegio de trabajar con Emery | Reddy, y no puedo expresar lo impresionado que estoy con su experiencia legal y dedicación para lograr un resultado positivo. De principio a fin, mi experiencia con este bufete de abogados fue excepcional.
La experiencia que tuve al trabajar con los abogados y el personal de Emery | Reddy fue maravillosa. Me sentía intimidado por mi problema legal, pero una vez que me reuní con mi abogada, supe que podía confiar en ella. Recomendaría altamente a Emery | Reddy y los volveré a utilizar en el futuro.
¡Espectacular! Soy un hombre de pocas palabras, pero ¿para qué hablar cuando tienes a los mejores a tu disposición para representarte? No hay nadie mejor. A cualquiera que tenga un problema legal y necesite resultados, le recomiendo encarecidamente que los contacte sin dudar ni un momento. ¡Llámelos, es la elección correcta!
Estoy tan agradecido de haber pedido su ayuda y le diría a cualquiera que se encuentre en una situación similar que los consulte para su representación. Las situaciones de indemnización laboral son estresantes y bastante difíciles como para enfrentarlas solo. ¡No lo hagas solo!
Mi esposo ha estado luchando para obtener la atención médica que necesita y a la que tiene derecho. Emery | Reddy nos ha dado esperanza nuevamente.
¡Karolina es la mejor, simplemente la amo! ¡Me entiende y va más allá sin juzgar! Recomendaría esta empresa a cualquiera. Gracias chicos por sus servicios y gracias Karolina por ser simplemente tú ♥️
No puedo recomendarlos lo suficiente. Reflexivo, informativo y extremadamente diligente. Sus abogados y su personal son extremadamente competentes y prestan atención a cada detalle. ¡No te decepcionarás!
Cuando solicité asesoría legal por un problema laboral que tenía, Emery | Reddy fue una de las tres empresas con las que hablé y la elección clara para mí. Si me encuentro en la desafortunada situación de necesitar orientación legal nuevamente, no dudaré en contactar a Emery | Reddy
The experience I had working with the attorneys and the staff at Emery | Reddy was wonderful. I was intimidated by my legal issue, but once I met with my attorney I knew I could trust her. I would highly recommend Emery | Reddy and will use them again in the future!
I have never seen a company fight as hard as these guys did. We were put in a very difficult situation, and Emery | Reddy worked night and day to get the job done. We received full compensation and some. I cannot recommend Emery ready enough.
I highly recommend Emery | Reddy, PC. The staff there are simply amazing and dedicated to their clients. There are no other attorneys that will work as hard for you as Tim Emery does. I could not have been happier with his representation and outcome of my case and will never go anywhere else.
Tim and Patrick are the best in the business. They genuinely care about helping workers get every penny you deserve. Amazing staff, too!
The firm was super in helping me with my L&I case. I am very happy and grateful for their hard work. Special thanks to the K team, Karolina and Kati for excellent work in reaching a great settlement.
If you need an Attorney that will win, pick Emery | Reddy. They did everything they could to get us a win and they sure did! Weekly I was emailed with new information regarding the case. Very professional!
I don’t even know where to start in telling you how amazing this law firm is. If you truly need a friend in a fight then these guys are who you’re looking for.
I came to Emery | Reddy in search of an experienced employment lawyer and was able to receive expert legal advice from Patrick and Karolina. I worked especially closely with Karolina who helped me through the entire process from beginning to end.
If it was possible to give a 10 star rating here, I most definitely would! Thank You Emery | Reddy staff for your commitment to injured workers like me who are struggling through this system! I cannot recommend you highly enough!
I cannot thank Emery | Reddy enough for their willingness to take on my case and fight for the “little guy”. I was frustrated and overwhelmed dealing with L&I on my own. If not for Emery | Reddy, I probably would have just given up.
People and companies are hard to find like this anymore. If you need help, give them a call. It is well worth it!
After being unexpectedly laid off, I had thousands of questions and fears running through my mind. After talking with friends, I decided to explore my options and obtain legal advice. I was pointed in the direction of Karolina Arthur and let me tell you, she is an absolute joy and nothing short of a miracle.
I’m very satisfied the way Timothy and team handled our case. Very informative of what was going on, answered any and all questions, and was easy to talk to. I would recommend Timothy and his team to everyone!!!
For me, I found L&I to be intimidating and unscrupulous in how they obtain outcomes that favored denying my claim. Don't waste the time like I did following L&I protocol only to end up with over $9,000 to pay back. Get on the phone and call Emery | Reddy now.
Very helpful. Stayed in contact and gave frequent updates. Amazing team to have on your side.
Working with Tim and his team was an absolute pleasure. They are incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and have their client's best interests at heart. I highly recommend them!
Everyone at Emery | Reddy went above and beyond to help me through a very tough time dealing with L&I. If it wasn't for them, I would not have received all the benefits I needed to support my family during my injury. They fought for me every step of the way.
I recently had the privilege of working with Emery | Reddy, and I cannot express enough how impressed I am with their legal expertise and dedication to achieving a positive outcome. From start to finish, my experience with this legal firm was nothing short of exceptional.
Tim and team were fantastic! You want a team that is dedicated, smart, responsive and listens....Emery | Reddy is the team you need. I am so glad they took my case!! Best decision I made!!
Emery | Reddy attorneys helped me recoup fees for pain and suffering following an on the job accident I had in August 2020. These are the best L&I attorneys in Washington state.
Tim and his team worked the hardest they could for months to make sure I was taken care of properly and solve my case in an expeditious matter. I would absolutely hire this firm again if needed.
Really awesome experience working with this company. Always responsive and always kept me and my people in the loop on what to expect next. I would recommend them to anyone I know going forward.
When I required legal counsel for an employment issue I was having, Emery | Reddy was one of three firms I spoke with and the clear choice for me. Should I be in the unfortunate position to need legal guidance again, I won't hesitate to contact Emery | Reddy.
You won't be blinded by any fake bells and whistles to distract you but more so be welcomed under their care and guidance while they invest all their countless hours, knowledge and resources to get you through your tough ordeal to ensure they've exhausted everything to make sure you're taken care of to their fullest potential.
Emery | Reddy represented myself & my co-workers to the fullest. I feel that Emery | Reddy got us what we were owed and then some. In reality, to my surprise, I really thought that nothing was ever going to be done. I really have Emery | Reddy everything to thank for. Thank You, Emery | Reddy!
My husband has been struggling with getting the medical attention that he needs and has been entitled to. Emery | Reddy has given us hope again.
I highly recommend Paul, Tim, and Kendra, who were outstanding to work with. From my initial contact with the firm to litigating a successful outcome, the team was there every step of the way. They truly eased my stress with their exceptionally professional and promptly responsive approach throughout the entire process. I am incredibly grateful for their dedication and hard work. Their timely responses and attention to detail were exceptional. I couldn't have asked for a better team.
I highly recommend Paul, Tim, and Kendra, who were outstanding to work with. From my initial contact with the firm to litigating a successful outcome, the team was there every step of the way. They truly eased my stress with their exceptionally professional and promptly responsive approach throughout the entire process. I am incredibly grateful for their dedication and hard work. Their timely responses and attention to detail were exceptional. I couldn't have asked for a better team.
I have recently retained Emery | Reddy for an L and I and employment case. I have been dealing with Kendra and she has been awesome, kind and caring while helping me navigate the intake process. My experience so far has been a 10 out of 10!!! Thank you Kendra!!!
I am so impressed by this firm, they are absolutely amazing. They always get back to me quickly, take the time to answer my questions, and have been so helpful. I can highly recommend them as being the best of the best.
Tim and his team is beyond fantastic, they worked on my case and words can not express how grateful I am for them! Extremely professional and very knowledgeable with great communication that ended in a great win for my case.
Very prompt, understanding, and, Annie French was very helpful and walked me through all documents needed to be signed.
Did an intake with Kendra, she was awesome very supportive and helped guide me through steps! Highly recommend.
I have nothing but praise for the Emery | Reddy law firm. Every individual that I dealt with was more than willing to drop what they were doing and assist me ASAP. I cannot thank them enough for their determination in getting me the just repairs done to my body.
Emery | Reddy made a very difficult experience better than I hoped for. My settlement was near the max possible. They were kind, understanding and stayed in communication with me.
Tim and the Emery | Reddy team has helped me with an employment matter…and I must say, I can't say enough how grateful and happy I am with the service I have received. They were detail-oriented, attentive, on time with communication, and very knowledgeable. Highly, highly recommend!
Working with Tim and Patrick was an absolute pleasure. They are both professionals of the highest caliber, and they helped turn a difficult set of circumstances into a clearly navigable process that resulted in a very favorable outcome.
I am so thankful I reached out for their help and would say to anyone that finds themselves in a similar situation to inquire with them for representation! Worker’s Comp situations are stressful and hard enough as it is — don’t walk it alone!
I worked with Tim and the firm's wonderful paralegals on a misclassification case. It's always scary to stand up for yourself, particularly to a corporation; however, Tim and his team explained every step and made sure to give me honest advice about the case.
When you want justice, when you want results delivered and when it comes to advocacy for the people without a doubt, you look to Tim and the team at Emery | Reddy. Simply put, they are a class above the rest with their knowledge, professionalism, and transparency.
Karolina Arthur at Emery | Reddy is simply a phenomenal person, she gave me a beacon of hope at a time when my options appeared limited and the likelihood of a satisfactory resolution seemed almost impossible. Not only did she go above and beyond for me, but she did it so quickly and efficiently that it was amazing!
Spectacular! I am a man of few words, but why speak when you have the very best at your disposal to represent you. There is no finer. Anyone who has a legal issue and needs results, I highly recommend that you contact them without hesitation nor mental reservation. Call them, it's the right choice!
Emery | Reddy knows how employers manipulate the system and patiently analyze the entire situation and manage the processes in great detail and defensively. They are the best because they care for their clients, and take your life situation personally, as if your family.
I would highly recommend Emery | Reddy law firm for personal injury, also dealing with L&I. Not only was pace of communication quick, but they were excellent in explaining intricacies of the case. I was very thankful I had been directed to this firm.
Working with Tim and his team was an absolute pleasure. They are incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and have their client's best interests at heart. I highly recommend them!
Words cannot express how grateful I am for this respectful, professional and diligent group of workers here. I am truly in awe of this company, my L&I case would have dragged on for much longer had it not been for them. They honestly gave me my life back…
Tim Emery is fantastic! He is easy to work with and keeps you updated in a timely manner! His friendly personality makes it easy to ask him any question! Utilize Tim if you want to win your case! Thanks a lot Tim! It was a pleasure working with you to settle my case!
In months of despair and the empty feeling of not being heard, Emery | Reddy answered my prayers. I stood up to a company that did not treat me or my co-workers fairly. Godspeed to Emery | Reddy for having my back! Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.
Karolina is the best I just love her! She understands me and goes above and beyond without judgment! I would recommend this firm to anyone. Thank you guys for your services and thank you Karolina for just being you ♥️
This firm kept complete openness and honesty. They informed me when anything was changing or proceeding forward and gave constant updates on time lines. They are (an) all around great firm to have defending you.
Relentless and persistent. Without Emery | Reddy, none of us would have seen what was owed to us.
They were great to work with! Very communicative and made the process easy.
The team was easy to work with and made a stressful situation seamless.
Tim is an amazing attorney. If you're looking for justice or restitution, Tim is your man!
I found them helpful, this team is smart and efficient. They know their stuff and you can tell they really care about your case!
They were communicative, helpful, honest, and direct. And when things got rough and emotions were high, they helped me move through it. I can't say enough good things about this team. Thank you!
Excellent help and dedication. Thank you for standing up for those that get taken advantage of. It matters.
Working with Tim and his team was an absolute pleasure. They are incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and have their client's best interests at heart. I highly recommend them!
In need of a good law firm, I was lucky and found Emery | Reddy. From the start, Patrick Reddy and his colleagues were extremely attentive, helpful, transparent, and professional. They are easy to work with, responsive and hard-working. Could not be happier with the experience. Great people! Great firm!
The only lawyer you should be working with in wage theft is Tim Emery at Emery | Reddy. Tim and his team are top notch!!
I can't recommend them highly enough. Thoughtful, informative, and extremely diligent. Their attorneys and their staff are extremely competent and they pay attention to every detail. You will not be disappointed!
Watch to learn more about Employment and Labor Law, Personal Injury Law, and Washington state L&I claims from Emery | Reddy partners Timothy W. Emery and Patrick B. Reddy. Our video library will help you better understand your Washington state workers’ rights and how we can help you receive the benefits to which you are entitled.
With over 80 years of combined legal experience on both sides of the table, our knowledgeable and compassionate Seattle L&I Attorneys can help you understand your rights and determine a path forward so that you can focus on healing and getting back to work.
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At Emery | Reddy, L&I Lawyers, Paralegals, and Staff work closely with each client to develop sophisticated and individualized legal strategies designed to secure the best possible outcome for the employee. We recognize that every case is unique. Our commitment to building close personal relationships is more than just a winning strategy for practicing law — it’s also the most rewarding part of our job.
In our view, this commitment to personal attention is the key to producing benchmark results. Emery | Reddy L&I Attorneys consistently exceed expectations by combining intelligence, experience, creativity, and dedication with the greatest possible value. Year after year, firm clients, the legal industry, and the awards community have honored Emery | Reddy with top awards for our dedication and commitment to delivering results for every client.
Emery | Reddy is the only law firm in Washington state that is equipped to provide comprehensive representation on your case from every angle. A lot of workers are terminated after an injury; this is disability discrimination. Some people learn after talking to lawyers that their employment rights have been violated, and sometimes for years. We analyze your entire claim for a range of violations including violations of Washington State’s Silenced No More Act, statutory protections against non-compete agreements, protections against disability discrimination, pay and wage violations, and benefits violations. There are some great companies who treat people well, but there are many who violate their workers’ rights. If your rights have been violated, we’ll figure out how, and we’ll protect you.
Emery | Reddy doesn’t get paid until you do. We work hard to get you the L&I benefits to which you are entitled. Our commitment shines through in everything we do, and we won’t rest until you are taken care of and satisfied with the outcome.
Our L&I Attorneys take pride in building a personal relationship with each client based on trust, respect, and a comprehensive understanding of their case and goals. Working in small, specialized teams, we take the time to build a relationship with each client and often develop friendships with the people we serve. We built our reputation by taking a highly selective approach to the cases we accept — a focus on fewer clients allows us to dedicate more of our time to winning your case.
Whether we litigate or settle for you, we focus on bottom-line solutions that provide clients with the maximum recovery in the shortest time possible. Other firms take the easy way out — they settle your case for less than you deserve because they are unwilling to litigate, face time constraints, or have other cases they would rather try. If we take your case, we pledge to keep fighting until we get you every last dollar of the award you deserve.
From the day we accept your case to the day you’ve received your recovery, we don’t stop fighting for you. Many firms consider a settlement check or injury award the end of their work, leaving clients with a number of loose ends to negotiate on their own. At Emery | Reddy, that milestone is just one step in finalizing your case — we continue working to negotiate your outstanding medical bills, resolve any subrogation issues, resolve insurance premium issues and increases, and even work through collection issues that may arise as a result of lost earnings associated with an injury. Simply put, we understand that obtaining your recovery is not the last step; we are here for you through the entire process.
If you have an L&I claim or wonder if you have a work injury case, ask yourself the following:
If any of the above apply to you, Emery | Reddy may be able to help.
Navigating a workers’ compensation claim can be difficult and very time-consuming, especially when you’re ill or injured. You want to focus on healing and make sure your bills are paid, but if you don’t file things properly or on time, your health, home, and job could be in jeopardy. Many individuals miss out on much-needed L&I benefits because they don’t understand what to do or how to get the most compensation for their injuries. If you are experiencing any challenges in your case, a Labor and Industries attorney can assist you. By contacting Emery | Reddy as soon as possible after you’ve been injured, we can help you avoid the common pitfalls of filing and navigating an L&I claim. Our Seattle L&I Attorneys are here for you every step of the way.
There are situations when L&I threatens to interrupt time-loss benefits or an employer tries to bribe workers into not using their L&I benefits or injury compensation. The Washington state L&I Attorneys at Emery | Reddy can ensure that you are not hassled or threatened as you go through the L&I claim process and get you the benefits to which you’re entitled.
L&I Claims Managers and employers often do the bare minimum in order to close your claim as quickly as possible. They can’t, and often won’t, tell you what is in your best interests. Hiring an L&I attorney can help strengthen your case and give you the best chance at maximizing your recovery — which means better health and better financial success.
Surprisingly, no. Your employer has a legal duty to accommodate you, but they do not have to create a job for you, including light duty. This is a very complex intersection where Labor and Industries and Employment Law meet. Consulting with a Labor and Industries attorney who also practices Employment Law — like the L&I attorneys at Emery | Reddy — can help you understand your rights in this area.
Emery | Reddy, PC is the only law firm in Washington state that is equipped to provide comprehensive representation on your case from every angle. Our Seattle L&I Attorneys thoroughly assess every case to determine if our clients have additional claims, and at times this can extend far beyond the underlying workers’ compensation claim.
If you have been injured in the workplace, call Emery | Reddy today to speak to an experienced Intake Specialist for a Free Case Review and to learn about how we may be able to help you with your claim.
A Labor and Industries disability pension is a special category of pension only awarded to the most severely injured workers in Washington state. If you are eligible for an L&I disability pension, you will receive a non-taxable payment every month for the rest of your life.
Under Washington state law (WAC 296-14-150), gainful employment is defined as a regular occupation (in any position) for income, salary, or wages. If your doctor or Vocational Counselor says that you cannot ever work again because of a job-related injury or illness, you may be entitled to Labor and Industries disability pension benefits.
It’s not easy to win an L&I disability pension — you must be committed to the process. As these lifetime benefits are so valuable, the system is set up to derail your claim at every step along the way.
The process involves complicated bureaucratic hurdles and red tape, along with consultations with L&I Claims Managers, employers, Vocational Counselors, and Independent Medical Examiners who do not always have your best interests in mind. These parties have blocked many workers before you and will try to stop you from securing an L&I disability pension. An experienced Washington state L&I attorney with a proven track record of avoiding those traps is your best bet for successfully navigating the system.
Even though the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) is designed to protect injured workers and get them back to work, in many cases there is no L&I settlement or award, even if you are suffering from a painful injury and have missed work. Consulting with a knowledgeable Labor and Industries lawyer can clarify how the L&I process works and help qualify you for the maximum benefits you’re eligible to receive.
You have the right to record an Independent Medical Examination (IME) using audio and/or video. If you would like to record, you or your representative must formally notify the IME provider of your intent to record the examination no fewer than seven days in advance. The IME provider should supply any equipment associated with recording the examination; however, it is wise to be prepared with a recording device of your own that you can set down for the duration of the Independent Medical Exam.
Just as it is your right to record the examination, it is the IME provider’s right to deny your request if they do not consent to be recorded. In order to accommodate both parties, the IME scheduler will cancel the Independent Medical Exam (IME) and attempt to schedule your examination with a provider who does consent to be recorded. Some providers only allow recording in their examinations under the condition that they also record a copy for themselves, in which case you may be asked to consent to co-recording. For additional details regarding your rights and obligations regarding recording of IME examinations, please visit the L&I website.
Surgeons and doctors can become fatigued with the claims process and feel pressure from Labor and Industries to close your claim as soon as possible. You have the right to change doctors, but you should only do so after consulting with a local L&I attorney. Changing doctors too many times can hurt your case and prevent you from getting back to work sooner.
If you are injured at work, you have three options to file a Washington state L&I claim:
Note that if you work with a self-insured employer (SIE), you must file your claim directly with them. Contact your employer’s personnel department for help.
To file an L&I claim in Washington state, you must provide the following:
If you have already seen a doctor:
If you are eligible for time-loss and no further information is needed, L&I or your self-insured employer (SIE) will send the first benefit check within 14 days of receiving the report. If your doctor is one of the many healthcare providers that do not handle workers’ compensation claim cases, you can find an L&I-approved doctor on the L&I website. If your L&I claim is approved, the State will cover the initial visit even if it wasn’t with one of their approved doctors.
Injured workers have access to a number of L&I benefits designed to replace lost income, cover medical costs, and even account for long-term consequences of an industrial injury. Everyone has the right to these benefits, but maximizing your benefits and compensation can be challenging if you’re unfamiliar with the claims process and what evidence to provide.
Call Emery | Reddy today to speak to an experienced Intake Specialist for a Free Case Review and to learn how we may be able to help you with your claim.
If you feel that you are owed damages or have questions regarding class actions, call Emery | Reddy today to speak to an experienced Intake Specialist for a Free Case Review to learn more about how we may be able to help you with your claim.
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